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How to pronounce kofi in American English
“kofi” pronunciation by American speakers
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“kofi” in real sentences — American speakers
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certainly not Kofi Annan.
The Obama White House
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American presidents some years ago, President Cardoso from Brazil, Zedillo from Mexico, Gaviria from Colom-- Kofi
State Department
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