माइक सुन नहीं रहा
mic sun nahi raha
Mic not hearing
Literally: Mic (is) not listening/hearing
In 15 Seconds
- Used when your microphone is not picking up your voice.
- A blend of English 'Mic' and Hindi 'not hearing'.
- Perfect for technical glitches during video or phone calls.
Meaning
This is a common way to say your microphone isn't working or isn't picking up your voice during a call. It personifies the mic, literally saying it 'isn't listening' to you.
Key Examples
3 of 6In a formal Zoom meeting
सर, शायद मेरा माइक सुन नहीं रहा है।
Sir, perhaps my mic is not hearing (working).
Gaming with friends
अरे यार, मेरा माइक सुन नहीं रहा, रुको!
Oh man, my mic isn't working, wait!
Texting a colleague during a call
मेरा माइक सुन नहीं रहा, मैं फिर से जॉइन करता हूँ।
My mic isn't working, I will join again.
Cultural Background
In cities like Delhi and Mumbai, 'Hinglish' is the default. Using 'Mic' instead of 'Dhvanigrahi' is 100% necessary to sound natural. Technical glitches are often handled with humor to reduce stress. Personifying the mic is a way to 'blame the tool' gently. Even in rural areas, English tech terms have spread due to cheap data and smartphones. You will hear 'Mic' even in village panchayat meetings. Gamers use this phrase as a quick status update. It's often shortened to just 'Mic issue'.
Use 'Hai' for Politeness
In a meeting, add 'hai' at the end (माइक सुन नहीं रहा है) to sound more professional.
Gender Matters
Never say 'sun nahi rahi' unless you are talking about a 'machine' (feminine) generally, but for 'mic', it's always 'raha'.
In 15 Seconds
- Used when your microphone is not picking up your voice.
- A blend of English 'Mic' and Hindi 'not hearing'.
- Perfect for technical glitches during video or phone calls.
What It Means
In the world of Zoom calls and online meetings, this is a lifesaver. It means your microphone is malfunctioning. You are speaking, but the technology is ignoring you. It is a very common way to describe a technical glitch. Instead of saying the mic is 'broken,' you say it isn't 'hearing' you. It makes the device sound a bit stubborn!
How To Use It
Use this when you realize nobody can hear you. You can type it in a chat box. You can say it when the audio suddenly cuts out. Just use the subject माइक (Mic) followed by सुन नहीं रहा (is not hearing). If you want to be more specific, you can say मेरा माइक (my mic). It is short, punchy, and everyone understands it instantly.
When To Use It
You will use this mostly in digital spaces. Use it during office video calls. Use it while gaming with friends. It is perfect for those awkward 'Can you hear me?' moments. If you see your levels aren't moving, this is your phrase. It is also great for troubleshooting with a technician.
When NOT To Use It
Do not use this for a broken physical speaker. If you cannot hear others, that is a different problem. Don't use it in high-level technical documentation. Engineers might prefer 'malfunctioning' or 'no input signal.' Also, don't use it for a person. If a friend isn't listening, use तुम सुन नहीं रहे हो. Calling a person a 'mic' would be very confusing!
Cultural Background
This phrase became incredibly popular in India during the pandemic. With millions working from home, 'Hinglish' (Hindi + English) took over. Indians love personifying objects to make language feel more alive. It reflects the casual, helpful nature of Indian tech culture. It is a bridge between traditional grammar and modern digital life.
Common Variations
आवाज़ नहीं जा रही(Voice is not going)माइक खराब है(Mic is bad/broken)माइक म्यूट है क्या?(Is the mic on mute?)हेलो, सुनाई दे रहा है?(Hello, is it audible?)
Usage Notes
This is a neutral, everyday expression. It works in 90% of situations. The only 'gotcha' is ensuring you use the masculine verb ending 'raha' because 'mic' is a masculine noun in Hindi.
Use 'Hai' for Politeness
In a meeting, add 'hai' at the end (माइक सुन नहीं रहा है) to sound more professional.
Gender Matters
Never say 'sun nahi rahi' unless you are talking about a 'machine' (feminine) generally, but for 'mic', it's always 'raha'.
The 'Hello' Test
Indians often say 'Hello, hello, mic testing' right after saying this phrase.
Examples
6सर, शायद मेरा माइक सुन नहीं रहा है।
Sir, perhaps my mic is not hearing (working).
Adding 'shayad' (perhaps) makes it sound more polite.
अरे यार, मेरा माइक सुन नहीं रहा, रुको!
Oh man, my mic isn't working, wait!
Casual and urgent for fast-paced situations.
मेरा माइक सुन नहीं रहा, मैं फिर से जॉइन करता हूँ।
My mic isn't working, I will join again.
Standard way to announce a quick reconnect.
लगता है मेरा माइक मेरी बात सुन नहीं रहा, या आप लोग?
Seems like my mic isn't hearing me, or is it you guys?
A lighthearted way to check if people are ignoring you.
यह माइक फिर से सुन नहीं रहा है!
This mic isn't hearing again!
Expressing annoyance at a recurring tech issue.
भाई, देख तो मेरा माइक क्यों नहीं सुन रहा?
Brother, check why my mic isn't working?
Informal request for troubleshooting help.
Test Yourself
Fill in the correct form of 'raha/rahi'.
मेरा माइक सुन नहीं ____।
Since 'माइक' (Mic) is a masculine noun, we use 'रहा'.
Which sentence is the most natural way to say your mic isn't working on a Zoom call?
Select the best option:
The idiom uses 'sunna' (to listen/hear).
Complete the dialogue.
A: आपकी आवाज़ नहीं आ रही। B: एक मिनट, शायद मेरा ____ ____ ____ ____।
This is the standard response when someone can't hear you.
Match the phrase to the situation.
Situation: You are in a formal meeting and your mic fails.
Adding 'क्षमा करें' (Excuse me/Sorry) makes it appropriate for a formal setting.
🎉 Score: /4
Visual Learning Aids
Practice Bank
4 exercisesमेरा माइक सुन नहीं ____।
Since 'माइक' (Mic) is a masculine noun, we use 'रहा'.
Select the best option:
The idiom uses 'sunna' (to listen/hear).
A: आपकी आवाज़ नहीं आ रही। B: एक मिनट, शायद मेरा ____ ____ ____ ____।
This is the standard response when someone can't hear you.
Situation: You are in a formal meeting and your mic fails.
Adding 'क्षमा करें' (Excuse me/Sorry) makes it appropriate for a formal setting.
🎉 Score: /4
Frequently Asked Questions
10 questionsYes, it is a standard present continuous sentence, though it uses personification.
Yes, if you are on speakerphone or using a headset and the other person can't hear you.
You can! But 'sun nahi raha' is more common in modern, casual digital talk.
Then you say 'मुझे आवाज़ नहीं आ रही' (I am not getting the voice).
It's a loanword from English, but it's the only word people actually use in daily life.
You say 'माइक अब ठीक है' (Mic is fine now).
Yes, it's neutral enough for a consultative work environment.
Not necessarily. It usually implies a temporary setting or connection issue.
There isn't one for 'mic', but for 'battery' (feminine), you'd say 'battery खत्म हो रही है'.
No, it's a standard colloquial expression.
Related Phrases
आवाज़ कट रही है
similarThe voice is breaking/cutting out.
माइक म्यूट है
specialized formThe mic is muted.
आवाज़ गूँज रही है
similarThe voice is echoing.
माइक चालू करो
builds onTurn on the mic.
