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How to pronounce disappointment in American English

“disappointment” pronunciation by American speakers

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

“disappointment” in real sentences — American speakers

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  1. Is there some disappointment?

    State Department

  2. disappointment with that decision?

    The Obama White House

  3. heads in disappointment and worry.

    Smithsonian Air & Space

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