From root: mikropono
Conjugations
Past (Completed)
nagmikropono
nag-mik-RO-po-no
used a microphone
Present (Incomplete)
nagmimikropono
nag-mi-mik-RO-po-no
is using a microphone
Future (Contemplated)
magmimikropono
mag-mi-mik-RO-po-no
will use a microphone
Usage Note
Magmikropono is used when someone utilizes or speaks into a microphone, commonly during public events, hosting, or karaoke sessions. It specifically highlights the actor's use of the audio equipment rather than just the act of speaking or singing.
Examples
" Magmikropono ka sa harap. "
Natural Translation
Use the microphone in front.
Literal Translation
Use-microphone you in front.
" Kailangang magmikropono ang tagapagsalita. "
Natural Translation
The speaker needs to use a microphone.
Literal Translation
Needs to use microphone the speaker.
" Kung magmimikropono ka sa entablado, siguraduhing malinaw at malakas ang iyong boses para marinig ng lahat. "
Natural Translation
If you're going to use the microphone on stage, make sure your voice is clear and loud so that everyone can hear.
Literal Translation
If will-use-microphone you on stage, make-sure clear and loud the your voice so be-heard by all.
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