mikes
word · lemma: mike
Definition
'Mikes' is the informal plural of 'mike,' which is a short or casual way to refer to a microphone, a device that captures sound.
Usage & Nuances
'Mikes' is informal, mostly used in spoken English and in entertainment, music, or tech contexts. 'Mikes' is a casual, slightly slangy alternative to 'microphones.' In writing, 'mic' is also common for singular or plural ('mics').
Spanish: micrófonosPortuguese (BR): microfonesPortuguese (PT): microfonesChinese (Simplified): 麦克风 (复数)Chinese (Traditional): 麥克風 (複數)Hindi: माइक्सArabic: ميكروفونات
Example Sentences
There are three mikes on the stage.
basic
The band set up all the mikes before the concert.
basic
Please check the mikes to make sure they're working.
basic
We forgot to turn the mikes on, so nobody could hear us at first.
natural
Grab the spare mikes from the case, just in case we need backups.
natural
At open mic night, everyone got to try out the mikes and perform.
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