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How to pronounce ira in British English

“ira” pronunciation by British speakers

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

“ira” in real sentences — British speakers

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  1. Friend about the activities of the IRA.

    UK Parliament

  2. in Scotland generally apply strict liability as section 40 of IRA.

    The Scottish Parliament

Words that sound like “ira”

Words one sound away from ira — the pairs that are easy to mix up. Listen to them back to back.

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