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How to pronounce pakistan in American English

“pakistan” pronunciation by American speakers

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“pakistan” in real sentences — American speakers

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  1. Afghanistan and Pakistan.

    The Obama White House

  2. relationship with Pakistan.

    State Department

  3. than Pakistan ambassadors.

    National Archives

Words that sound like “pakistan”

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