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How to pronounce heirs in American English

“heirs” pronunciation by American speakers

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

“heirs” in real sentences — American speakers

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  1. We are heirs to a proud legacy of freedom.

    The Obama White House

  2. Then I will show you moonstone locked up for our heirs.

    Smithsonian Air & Space

  3. that you hadn't collected that your widow or heirs could collect

    US National Archives

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