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How to pronounce syllabus in British English

“syllabus” pronunciation by British speakers

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“syllabus” in real sentences — British speakers

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  1. part of the school syllabus.

    The Scottish Parliament

  2. of a history syllabus or part of a citizenship syllabus, that is taught and there is

    UK Parliament

  3. There is much to be recommended in the broad base of our education syllabus, particularly in

    The Scottish Parliament

Words that sound like “syllabus”

Words one sound away from syllabus — the pairs that are easy to mix up. Listen to them back to back.

Why real speech

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