S
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The letter S of the English alphabet. It is pronounced /es/. Example word: sun.
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S with Russian translation
S usage examples
Буква S в этом слове важна.
Der Buchstabe S ist in diesem Wort wichtig.
Я пишу большую S на листе.
Ich schreibe ein großes S auf das Blatt.
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S belongs to the topic "Alphabet". Start with a short 7-word set so the word is easier to remember in context.
S synonyms
What's the difference between S / Es / S-Kurve / S-Laut / Buchstabe S / S als Zeichen
A colloquial or mistaken form for the name of the letter S; not the standard German naming.
Refers to a curve shaped like the letter S, not to the letter itself. It is a graphical or descriptive use.
Refers to the /s/ sound associated with the letter S, not the letter as a written symbol.
The most direct and neutral way to refer to the written letter S.
Emphasizes S as a visual sign or symbol rather than the letter name.
What's the difference
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How to pronounce S and what this word means
S means S. This page includes translation, pronunciation, transcription, audio, usage examples and related words.
how to pronounce S
[ˈɛs]
S translation
S
S examples
Der Buchstabe S ist in diesem Wort wichtig.
S transcription
[ˈɛs]
Questions about this word
S meaning: what does it mean?
Buchstabe S des englischen Alphabets
S pronunciation: how do you pronounce it?
S is pronounced as [ˈɛs]. Audio is available on this page when the word has a recording.
S definition and sentence examples: how is it used in a sentence?
Der Buchstabe S ist in diesem Wort wichtig. Translation: Буква S в этом слове важна.
Is S part of Alphabet vocabulary?
Yes, S can be learned in the Alphabet topic. This semantic link helps build related word lists and topic-based practice.
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