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How to pronounce bishop in British English

“bishop” pronunciation by British speakers

Listen to bishop the way British speakers say it — in real sentences from public video clips that play here, on YouTongue.

“bishop” in real sentences — British speakers

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  1. Gentleman with Bishop Jones.

    UK Parliament

  2. had a conversation with the Bishop of Paisley, Bishop John Keenan, when we had a meeting

    The Scottish Parliament

  3. range of people including a particularly argumentative bishop

    UK Parliament

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