In German
X
Meaning: the letter X, pronounced "iks"
Example sentences
XwieXylophon.
X as in Xylophon (xylophone).
DasXylophonklingtschön.
The xylophone sounds nice.
Grammar note
German “X” is named “iks” and sounds like English “X” (a “ks” sound). It's rare at the start of native words — most X-words, like “Xylophon”, are loanwords from Greek or other languages.
Common mistake
Don't expect many native German words starting with X — if you see one, it's almost certainly a loanword, often from Greek.
Quick check
Which letter is named “iks” in German?
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Practise it in a lesson →Frequently asked questions
Are there many native German words starting with X?
Very few — most are loanwords, like “Xylophon”.
What word is used to demonstrate “X”?
“Xylophon” (xylophone).