How to Pronounce "microprocessor"
word
ˌmaɪkɹoʊˈpɹɑsɛsɝ
my-kroh-PRAH-sess-er
mˌaɪkɹəʊpɹˈəʊsɛsɐ
my-kruh-PRŌ-sess-uh
Definition
A microprocessor is a small electronic chip that acts as the brain of a computer or other electronic devices, processing instructions and data.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˌmaɪkɹoʊˈpɹɑsɛsɝ
British English
mˌaɪkɹəʊpɹˈəʊsɛsɐ
Simplified Pronunciation
US
my-kroh-PRAH-sess-er
UK
my-kruh-PRŌ-sess-uh
Listen in Context
The microprocessor is inside your computer.
A smartphone has a small microprocessor.
The microprocessor controls many parts of the device.
Upgrading your computer’s microprocessor can make it much faster.