How to pronounce mic
Say it like MIK. Mic is a single syllable, so the whole word carries the stress.
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- MIK
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Mic pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- MIKSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
American vs British pronunciation of mic
American and British speakers say mic in essentially the same way: /mɪk/ in the US and /mɪk/ in the UK.
British respelling: MIK.
What does mic mean?
- device for converting sound waves into electrical energy
Where does mic come from?
Clipping of microphone.
Similar and opposite words
Similar meaning
Words that rhyme with mic
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of mic.
Questions about saying mic
How do you pronounce mic?
Say MIK. The American pronunciation is /mɪk/. In British English it is /mɪk/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in mic?
Mic is a single syllable, so the whole word carries the stress. Broken into parts: MIK.
Do Americans and Brits say mic the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /mɪk/ and the British form is /mɪk/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.