megaphone
Elementary (A2)
IPA: /ˈmɛɡəˌfoʊn/
KK: /ˈmɛgəˌfoʊn/
noun
Definition
A large, cone-shaped device that makes a person's voice louder and helps it travel further.
Example
The coach used a megaphone to give instructions to the players during practice.
Conversation
Have you ever seen someone use a megaphone at a rally?
Yeah, it really helps them get their message across to the crowd.
I think it must be so loud when they shout through a megaphone.
Definitely! It’s a great way to make sure everyone hears you.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
loudspeaker
horn
amplifier
Antonyms
muffler
silencer
dampener
transitive verb
Definition
To speak or transmit a message using a device that amplifies sound, often shaped like a funnel.
Example
The coach used a megaphone to give instructions to the players during practice.
Tense Forms
Past: megaphoned
Past Participle: megaphoned
Conversation
Did you see how she used the megaphone at the rally yesterday?
Yeah, it really helped her get everyone's attention.
I think I need to get a megaphone for my next event.
Root Explanation
Megaphone → It is formed from "mega-" (from Greek "megas", meaning large or great) and "phone" (from Greek "phone", meaning voice or sound). The word "megaphone" refers to a device that amplifies sound, making a voice larger or louder.
Memory Tip
Think of 'mega' meaning large and 'phone' meaning sound — a megaphone is a device that makes sound larger.
Visually Confused Words
earphone
metaphonize
mahone