das Mikro
Translation
mic, microphone
Examples
Sprich bitte lauter ins Mikro.
Please speak louder into the mic.
Das Mikro ist leider kaputt.
Unfortunately, the mic is broken.
Grammar Patterns
to use the mic ((et4)) The singer is using an expensive mic.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Mikrofon
Etymology
Short form of 'Mikrofon' (microphone). From Greek 'mikros' (small) and 'phōnē' (sound).
Memory Tips
Think of a 'micro' phone for amplifying small sounds. It's a common abbreviation in German, just like 'mic' in English.