How to Pronounce "microphones"
word
ˈmaɪkɹoʊˌfoʊnz
MY-kroh-fohnz
mˈaɪkɹəfˌəʊnz
MY-kruh-fohnz
Definition
Devices that change sound into an electrical signal so it can be recorded or amplified; usually used to make voices or music louder or for recording audio.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈmaɪkɹoʊˌfoʊnz
British English
mˈaɪkɹəfˌəʊnz
Simplified Pronunciation
US
MY-kroh-fohnz
UK
MY-kruh-fohnz
Listen in Context
There are two microphones on the table.
The singers use wireless microphones on stage.
Please check if the microphones are working.
Some podcasts use several microphones to capture better sound quality.