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How to pronounce swaps in British English

“swaps” pronunciation by British speakers

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

“swaps” in real sentences — British speakers

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  1. told Homelink, which arranges house swaps, that swaps would now be excluded from the rules.

    The Scottish Parliament

  2. and breakfasts, guest houses, home shares and house swaps.

    The Scottish Parliament

  3. Proper independence and powers for the Business Appointments Committee and banning these job swaps.

    UK Parliament

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