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How to pronounce afro in American English
“afro” pronunciation by American speakers
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“afro” in real sentences — American speakers
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Archives Afro-American History Society.
National Archives
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Afro-Colombian and indigenous communities.
State Department
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for the Afro Latino population.
Census Bureau
Words that sound like “afro”
Words one sound away from afro — the pairs that are easy to mix up. Listen to them back to back.
Why real speech
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