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How to pronounce person in British English

“person” pronunciation by British speakers

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“person” in real sentences — British speakers

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  1. one person: the person who funds the Conservative party, the person who has given £10 million

    UK Parliament

  2. person or an old person, they should have it removed.

    The Scottish Parliament

  3. person to share an intimate image of another person when they either intend to

    The Scottish Parliament

Words that sound like “person”

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