Y

English alphabet reference entry with pronunciation, phonetic notes, example words, and learning information.

Overview

Letter

Language

English

Alphabet Position

Twenty-fifth letter of the alphabet

Number

Type

consonant and sometimes vowel

Morse Code

-.--

Mnemonic

Y is for Yellow

Phonetic Note

Y can act as a consonant at the beginning of words or as a vowel in other positions.

Pronunciation

why
IPA: /waɪ/

/j/ /ɪ/ /iː/ /aɪ/

Case Forms

Uppercase: Y
Lowercase: y

Example Words

yellow yes happy my gym

Common Combinations

y ay ey oy

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