English–Japanese

“microphone” in Japanese

Pronunciation

Romajimaikurofon

Example

発表者はマイクロフォンに向かって話します。hap pyō sha wa ma i ku ro fo n ni mu ka tte hana shi ma su

The presenter speaks toward the microphone.

Illustration for マイクロフォン (microphone)

How to say “microphone” in Japanese

“Microphone” in Japanese is マイクロフォン (maikurofon).

Names a device that changes sound waves into electrical signals so voices and other sounds can be recorded or made louder.

Full entry for マイクロフォン: usage tips, similar words and word origin

Example sentences with マイクロフォン

このマイクロフォンは声をよく拾います。ko no ma i ku ro fo n wa koe o yo ku hiro i ma su

This microphone picks up voices well.

Tips for using マイクロフォン

  • A microphone is often paired with a speaker in public announcements, while the microphone captures the voice and the speaker makes it louder.

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