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How to pronounce ben in British English

“ben” pronunciation by British speakers

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“ben” in real sentences — British speakers

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  1. We think of it as Big Ben, the tower of Big Ben.

    UK Parliament

  2. Ben, given your representatives’

    The Scottish Parliament

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