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How to pronounce gladness

“gladness” pronunciation in British and American English

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“gladness” in real sentences

77 clips in the index · 1 American · 2 British. Clips come from public YouTube videos — parliaments, government agencies and independent channels.

  1. it fills my heart with gladness.

    CBC News

  2. "THE EMPEROR OF GLADNESS" IS AVAILABLE NOW.

    The Late Show with Stephen Colbert

  3. hearts of academics across Scotland with gladness.

    The Scottish Parliament

  4. What has happened to our previous animation and gladness?

    The School of Life

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