Describes something extremely small, visible only under a microscope, or relating to microscopic observation. Often used in technical or scientific contexts.
This organism is microscopic in size and cannot be seen with the naked eye.
Observe the microscopic structure with a microscope.
microscope
microinsemination; ICSI
confocal laser scanning microscope
multiphoton laser scanning microscope
Standard kanji spelling; primarily used in compounds like 顕微鏡 (microscope).
Kana spelling is acceptable, especially in contexts where the kanji may be unfamiliar.
From 顕 (apparent, visible) and 微 (minute, tiny). The combination suggests making the minute visible, hence 'microscopic'.