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18 Apr 2015
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Peter speaks very fast, I cannot catch his words. Does this sound natural?
Peter speaks very fast, I cannot catch his words. Does this sound natural?
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A little unnatural
it would be better if you'd say peter speaks very fast, i cannot comprehend what he is saying
- English (US)
A little unnatural
Peter speaks so fast I can't catch what he's saying.

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