microphone
Translation
microphone, mic
Examples
Please speak into the microphone.
Please speak into the microphone.
The singer held the microphone close.
The singer held the microphone close.
Grammar Patterns
((a/an microphone)) a microphone He bought a new microphone.
Similar Words
Synonyms: mic, transmitter
Etymology
From Greek 'mikros' (small) + 'phōnē' (sound, voice). It's a device for making small sounds louder.
Memory Tips
Think of a 'micro' (small) device that picks up the 'phone' (sound) of your voice.