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How to pronounce semitone

“semitone” pronunciation in real English speech

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“semitone” in real sentences

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  1. normal size semitone so play

    The Royal Institution

  2. I think up up a semitone.

    Would I Lie To You?

  3. But, hey, this is tuning the semitone down.

    Border City Rock Talk

  4. Kia is very much aware of all of the scents which exist within a semitone which

    Jason Zac - Nathaniel School of Music

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