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How to pronounce paternity in British English

“paternity” pronunciation by British speakers

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

“paternity” in real sentences — British speakers

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  1. paternity leave on three occasions.

    The Scottish Parliament

  2. paternity leave we should have some changes before it's too late

    UK Parliament

Words that sound like “paternity”

Words one sound away from paternity — the pairs that are easy to mix up. Listen to them back to back.

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