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How to pronounce nova in American English

“nova” pronunciation by American speakers

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

“nova” in real sentences — American speakers

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  1. So, Cadillac or Chevy Nova?

    Dept of Justice

  2. BORN AND THEY ARE SUPER NOVA.

    NASA

  3. This study is in partnership with NOVA Southeastern.

    CDC

Words that sound like “nova”

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