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How to pronounce zoom in British English

“zoom” pronunciation by British speakers

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“zoom” in real sentences — British speakers

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  1. zoom in but also zoom out.

    The Scottish Parliament

  2. to Zoom and remote voting.

    UK Parliament

Words that sound like “zoom”

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