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How to pronounce capacity in American English

“capacity” pronunciation by American speakers

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  1. And again, that small capacity, that small capacity.

    US Fish & Wildlife Service

  2. the capacity and strengthen the capacity of the Syrian opposition.

    The Obama White House

  3. capacity-building activities.

    CDC

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