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How to pronounce fathers in American English

“fathers” pronunciation by American speakers

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“fathers” in real sentences — American speakers

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  1. our founding fathers, Thomas Jefferson.

    The Obama White House

  2. the great Christian fathers from the very first church fathers down through especially the medievals Thomas

    Dept of Justice

  3. in particular non-resident fathers were less likely to report working than resident only fathers in 2017.

    Census Bureau

Words that sound like “fathers”

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