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マイク (A2)

English: Mic

カタカナ: マイク

IPA: /maɪk/

A device that converts sound waves into electrical signals, used for amplifying or recording sound.

意味: 音波を電気信号に変換する装置。音を増幅したり、録音したりするために使われる。

The comedian's mic cut out halfway through his set. — The comedian's mic cut out halfway through his set.
Please speak clearly into the mic so everyone can hear you. — Please speak clearly into the mic so everyone can hear you.
She adjusted the mic stand before starting her performance. — She adjusted the mic stand before starting her performance.

English translations of マイク (mic):

mic check (collocation): A brief test to ensure a microphone is working correctly. — "The band asked for a mic check before the concert started."
mic up (phrasal verb): To attach or connect a microphone to someone or something. — "The director decided to mic up the actors for better sound quality."