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How to pronounce santa in American English

“santa” pronunciation by American speakers

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

“santa” in real sentences — American speakers

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  1. Francisco 49ers, the Santa Clara Valley Transportation Authority, the City of Santa Clara, the Santa Clara

    The Obama White House

  2. existence of Santa Claus.

    Smithsonian Air & Space

  3. in Santa Cruz California.

    USGS

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