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How to pronounce jumbo in American English

“jumbo” pronunciation by American speakers

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“jumbo” in real sentences — American speakers

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  1. President Obama: Tang jumbo.

    The Obama White House

  2. good we call it jumbo shrimp we don't want jumbo shrimp right we want to look

    NIH

  3. the C-5A jumbo jet worldwide flying mission.

    Dept of Labor

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