1. Expressions (phrases, clauses, etc.), Godan verb with 'ku' ending

   to do what one is told to (esp. of a child); to take someone's advice; to listen to what someone says

   see 言うことを聞かない

   その少年は両親の言うことを聞く。

2. to do what one wants something (one's body, legs, etc.) to do; to work as expected (e.g. of a machine); to obey (one); to cooperate

   oft. in the negative

Also written 言う事を聞く【いうことをきく】iukotowokiku