マイクロフォン
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Noun borrowed from English 'microphone'. Used for devices that capture sound, such as in singing or recording. Example: 『マイクロフォンを使う』 (maikurofon o tsukau, 'to use a microphone').
Theme
At a community center, User and their friend Mika are setting up for a local podcast recording session. Mika is checking the equipment.
マイクロフォン
マイクロフォン
microphone
Everyday Life & SurvivalTechnology & Devices
Memory Hook
Think of a 'microphone' as a 'マイクロフォン' (maikurofon, 'microphone'). The word sounds similar to English, making it easy to remember: 'microphone' → 『マイクロフォン』 (maikurofon).
Cultural Note
In Japan, 『マイクロフォン』 (maikurofon, 'microphone') is commonly used in karaoke, concerts, and public speaking. Karaoke is a popular social activity, so you might hear this word often in entertainment contexts.
Forms
Base: マイクロフォンNoun borrowed from English 'microphone'. Used for devices that capture sound, such as in singing or recording. Example: 『マイクロフォンを使う』 (maikurofon o tsukau, 'to use a microphone').