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How to pronounce centimeters in American English

“centimeters” pronunciation by American speakers

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“centimeters” in real sentences — American speakers

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  1. It used three different colors wavelengths of three centimeters wide, six centimeters wide and 23 centimeters

    Smithsonian Air & Space

  2. centimeters of water are considered equivalent to 5 centimeters of water.

    CDC

  3. centimeters, or about 5 feet.

    USGS

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