good listener

[good lis-uh-ner]

noun

1. someone who listens carefully, attentively, and sympathetically, typically imparting support and understanding to the speaker.

   Her friends envied her for having married a good listener.

Word History and Origins

Origin of good listener¹

First recorded in 1750–60

Example Sentences

He was a good listener and asked thoughtful questions.

From Los Angeles Times

If you talk to actual women, they will frequently tell you that they want to marry a good listener who will chip in at home.

From Slate

In the end, she’s a pretty good listener.

From Slate

She was a "good listener" and many people would call to her shop to seek advice.

From BBC

Libbi was said to be a good listener and many people would call into her shop to seek advice.

From BBC