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How to pronounce bureau in American English

“bureau” pronunciation by American speakers

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“bureau” in real sentences — American speakers

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  1. We have a bureau here at the department, bureau of – our INL Bureau.

    State Department

  2. the Bureau of Transportation and the US Census Bureau.

    Census Bureau

  3. Bureau of Prisons custody.

    Dept of Justice

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