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How to pronounce fig in American English

“fig” pronunciation by American speakers

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

“fig” in real sentences — American speakers

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  1. Not even fig cookies either.

    National Archives

  2. was asked of Me by One okay fig

    US National Archives

  3. Is this just a fig leaf to buy you more time?

    The Obama White House

Words that sound like “fig”

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Other forms of “fig”

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