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How to pronounce splendid in British English
“splendid” pronunciation by British speakers
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“splendid” in real sentences — British speakers
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The member is making a splendid speech.
The Scottish Parliament
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Gentleman on the splendid way in which he expressed himself.
UK Parliament
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It was nearly 800 years old, and it had the most splendid huge wooden beamed roof
UK Parliament
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