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How the Haitian Creole Alphabet Works

Pronunciation Guide

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In this lesson you will learn about the Creole alphabet and its distinct features.
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The Haitian Creole Alphabet

a an b ch d e en è f g h j i k l m n ng o ò on ou oun p r s t ui v w y z

The Creole alphabet is very similar to the English alphabet

Haitian Creole is written from left to right

Key Features of the Haitian Creole Alphabet

The letters c and u never appear by themselves.

You will always see the letter c next to h, in the form of ch.

You will always see the letter u next to o and i, in the form ou, oun or ui.


The letters q and x don't exist at all in Creole.

Creole uses the consonant blend kw instead of q.

Creole uses the consonant blend ks instead of x.

Don't Forget Creole Pronunciation

As you have seen in this lesson, the Haitian Creole alphabet and its vowels and consonants are simple and straightforward. But, you should also know how to pronounce those letters. This lesson lesson is just part one of a complete series on how to pronounce in Haitian Creole.

Therefore, please view our Creole pronunciation guide after examining this lesson if you have not done so already.
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