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How to pronounce phony in American English
“phony” pronunciation by American speakers
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“phony” in real sentences — American speakers
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They're phony scandals that are generated.
The Obama White House
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He's a fake thug, he's a phony.
The White House
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They've got a phony address on the return.
GAO
Words that sound like “phony”
Words one sound away from phony — the pairs that are easy to mix up. Listen to them back to back.
Why real speech
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