English–German

“microphone” in German

German

Pronunciation

IPA/mikʁoˈfoːn/

Example

Auf der Bühne stehen zwei Mikrofone.

There are two microphones on stage.

Illustration for Mikrofon (microphone)

How to say “microphone” in German

“Microphone” in German is Mikrofon.

A microphone places a sensitive sound pickup between a person or instrument and the equipment that records or amplifies the sound.

Full entry for Mikrofon: usage tips, similar words and word origin

Example sentences with Mikrofon

Beim Konzert musste er ins Mikrofon sprechen.

At the concert, he had to speak into the microphone.

Tips for using Mikrofon

  • German uses ins Mikrofon sprechen for speaking into a microphone and am Mikrofon sein for being at the microphone.

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