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How to pronounce kauai in American English

“kauai” pronunciation by American speakers

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“kauai” in real sentences — American speakers

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  1. In fact, there were reports on Kauai, as well.

    USGS

  2. Here we have the islands of Kauai, Oahu, USFWS - Lasha Lynn Salbosa: Molokai, and Lanai.

    US Fish & Wildlife Service

  3. over the surface of new mexico it will deploy out from here from kauai and goes

    NASA

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