Describes something extremely small, visible only under a microscope, or relating to microscopic observation. Often used in technical or scientific contexts.
この生物は顕微なサイズで、肉眼では見えない。
This organism is microscopic in size and cannot be seen with the naked eye.
顕微鏡で顕微な構造を観察する。
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'.