In German
F
Meaning: the letter F, pronounced "eff"
Example sentences
FwieFisch.
F as in Fisch (fish).
DerFischschwimmt.
The fish is swimming.
Grammar note
German “F” sounds just like English “F”. Confusingly, German “V” also often makes this same “f” sound, so “Vogel” (bird) starts with an “f” sound, not a “v” sound.
Common mistake
Don't assume every “f” sound is spelled with F — many common words spell it with V instead (“Vater”, father; “Vogel”, bird), pronounced the same way.
Quick check
Which letter is named “eff” in German?
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Practise it in a lesson →Frequently asked questions
Does German “F” sound different from English?
No — it's the same sound, but “V” often makes this sound too.
What word is used to demonstrate “F”?
“Fisch” (fish).