noun
way of asking; how to ask
Only when written 聞き方
Refers to the manner, method, or skill of asking a question or making a request.
質問の聞き方を工夫すると、相手からより良い答えが返ってくる。
If you think about how you ask a question, you'll get better answers.
noun
way of listening; how to listen
Refers to the manner, method, or skill of listening, often with attention or appreciation. The kanji 聴き方 emphasizes attentive listening.
音楽の聴き方を学ぶと、より深く楽しめるようになる。
Learning how to listen to music allows you to enjoy it more deeply.
noun
Rare usage; refers to a person who listens. More commonly expressed as 聞き手 or 聴き手.
このラジオ番組は、聞き方からのお便りを紹介するコーナーがある。
This radio program has a segment where they read letters from listeners.
Compound of 聞き (kiki, the continuative form of 聞く 'to ask, to listen') + 方 (kata, 'way, method'). The kanji 聴 is used specifically for the listening sense.