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How to pronounce “taps

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Pronunciation guide for taps

Learning goal
Practice the English pronunciation of taps with real speech in context.
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8 YouTube examples
Real speech example
The Other Wes Moore: One Name, Two FatesSo, I have my- I plan out my whole great escape. The whole great escape so figured like taps,
Definition summary
(military) A signal, by drum or trumpet, for extinguishing all lights in soldiers' quarters and retiring to bed, usually given about a quarter of an hour after tattoo; the signal is sometimes also given during the funeral of a soldier.

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How to pronounce taps

The Other Wes Moore: One Name, Two Fates

So, I have my- I plan out my whole great escape. The whole great escape so figured like taps,

Example Sentences

A Deep Dive Into “taps

Meaning

  • [Noun]
  • (military) A signal, by drum or trumpet, for extinguishing all lights in soldiers' quarters and retiring to bed, usually given about a quarter of an hour after tattoo; the signal is sometimes also given during the funeral of a soldier.

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