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How to pronounce emma in American English

“emma” pronunciation by American speakers

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

“emma” in real sentences — American speakers

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  1. Emma Kay: My name's Emma Kay.

    The Obama White House

  2. But Emma Little Pengelly, thank you very much, Emma.

    The White House

  3. The intern that's helping do this is Emma, intern Emma.

    USGS

Words that sound like “emma”

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