In German
T
Meaning: the letter T, pronounced "tay"
Example sentences
TwieTisch.
T as in Tisch (table).
DerTischistgroß.
The table is big.
Grammar note
German “T” is named “tay” and sounds like English “T”, with a similarly strong puff of air at the start of a word. Note “th” in German words is just a “t” sound, never the English “th”.
Common mistake
Don't read German “th” (as in some older spellings or names) like the English “th” in “think” — it's simply a “t” sound.
Quick check
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Practise it in a lesson →Frequently asked questions
Does German have the English “th” sound?
No — “th” in German words is pronounced as a plain “t”.
What word is used to demonstrate “T”?
“Tisch” (table).