In German

K

Meaning: the letter K, pronounced "kah"

Example sentences

  • KwieKatze.

    K as in Katze (cat).

  • DieKatzeschläft.

    The cat is sleeping.

Grammar note

German “K” is named “kah” and always sounds like English hard “k” — a simple, reliable letter with no soft version, unlike English “C”.

Common mistake

Don't overthink “K” — unlike “C”, it never softens to an “s” sound. “Katze” always starts with a hard “k”.

Quick check

Which letter is named “kah” in German?

More words on this topic

Cthe letter C, pronounced "tsay"Gthe letter G, pronounced "gay"Qthe letter Q, pronounced "koo"

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Frequently asked questions

Does German “K” ever soften like English “C” can?

No — it's always a hard “k” sound.

What word is used to demonstrate “K”?

“Katze” (cat).