拝はい聴ちょう

noun, noun or participle which takes 'suru', transitive verb

listen respectfully; hear with humility

Humble expression used when the speaker listens to someone of higher status, such as a teacher, boss, or guest speaker. Often used in formal settings or announcements.

• 先せん生せいのお話はなしを拝はい聴ちょうして、とても勉べん強きょうになりました。

  I listened respectfully to the teacher's talk and learned a great deal.

• 本ほん日じつはご講こう演えんを拝はい聴ちょうできて光こう栄えいです。

  I am honored to be able to listen to your lecture today.