- I know what you’re thinking. But hear me out.
- When an elderly person can’t hear you, speak deeper not louder.
Hear me out.
“Hear me out” is an idiomatic expression. It means to ask someone to listen to what you are about to say, often when you expect that what you’ll say might be surprising, unconventional, or initially unappealing to the listener. It’s a way of seeking the listener’s attention and asking them to give you a chance to present your thoughts or ideas before they form an opinion. For example, you might say, “Hear me out. I know it sounds crazy, but I think we should travel across the country by bike.” Here, you’re asking the other person to listen to your proposal even though you anticipate they might think it’s a wild idea at first.