How to Pronounce Mike

To pronounce "mike", say MIK-e — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈmaɪk/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

4

Letters

/ˈmaɪk/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “mike”

"mike" has 2 syllables: mik-e. It rhymes with strike and like, if that helps it stick.

What does mike mean?

noun

  1. A microphone.

verb

  1. To microphone; to place one or more microphones (mikes) on.
  2. To measure using a micrometer.

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Words that rhyme with mike

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

strikelikepiketykechildlikedikealikelykeknifelikeskrikedisliketike

Related words

microphonemicminuteskywiremarksergeantnick

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "mike"?▾

"Mike" has 2 syllables: mik · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "mike"?▾

The IPA transcription of "mike" is /ˈmaɪk/.

What does "mike" mean?▾

Mike: A microphone.

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