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How to pronounce yen in American English
“yen” pronunciation by American speakers
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“yen” in real sentences — American speakers
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the Japan yen at this time?
The White House
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owed them 16,000 Chinese yen the equivalent of
Voice of America
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back into yen, back into euros and still be way ahead.
Federal Reserve
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