Difference between Hearer and Listener

What is the difference between Hearer and Listener?

Hearer as a noun is one who hears; a devout listener. while Listener as a noun is someone who listens, especially to a speech or a broadcast.

Part of speech: noun

Definition: One who hears; a devout listener.

Part of speech: noun

Definition: Someone who listens, especially to a speech or a broadcast.A function that runs in response to an event; an event handler.

Example sentence: The single most important key to success is to be a good listener.

We hope you now know whether to use Hearer or Listener in your sentence.