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How to pronounce zephyr

“zephyr” pronunciation in American and British English

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“zephyr” in real sentences

88 clips in the index · 3 American · 2 British. Clips come from public YouTube videos — parliaments, government agencies and independent channels.

  1. Welcome aboard California Zephyr.

    Nebraska Public Media

  2. We wish the Zephyr team well.

    UK Parliament

  3. life to cut open the roof of this red Ford Mercury Zephyr.

    The Moth

  4. How many people here want Zephyr Teachout to be the next mayor?

    The 92nd Street Y

Words that sound like “zephyr”

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