How to Pronounce "microprocessors"
word
ˌmaɪkɹoʊˈpɹɑsɛsɝz
my-kroh-PRAH-sess-erz
mˌaɪkɹəʊpɹˈəʊsɛsəz
my-kruh-OH-sess-uhz
Definition
Small electronic components inside computers and other devices that act as the 'brain,' processing information and running programs.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˌmaɪkɹoʊˈpɹɑsɛsɝz
British English
mˌaɪkɹəʊpɹˈəʊsɛsəz
Simplified Pronunciation
US
my-kroh-PRAH-sess-erz
UK
my-kruh-OH-sess-uhz
Listen in Context
Microprocessors are found in computers.
Microprocessors control many electronic devices.
Modern cars use microprocessors for safety and navigation.
Without microprocessors, smartphones wouldn’t be nearly as powerful.