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title: The Letter E in Haitian Creole
description: Read E every time; it is not a silent final letter.
url: "https://oukaap.com/en/okahub/the-letter-e-in-haitian-creole/"
updated: "2026-08-11"
category: Pronunciation / Haitian Creole Alphabet
tags:
  - alphabet
  - beginner
  - "haitian-creole"
  - practice
  - pronunciation
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# The Letter E in Haitian Creole

Haitian Creole Alphabet, Lesson 06

 The Letter E in Haitian Creole

Read E every time; it is not a silent final letter.

   E

elefan, elephant

## 1. Sound & pronunciation

E is a clear oral vowel. In Haitian Creole, final E is pronounced, unlike many French spellings.

**Pronunciation guide:** /e/, eh/ay, close to hey without a glide.

## 2. Grammar rule

 The marker **ap** before a verb often marks an action in progress: **Elèv yo ap etidye**.

## 3. Vocabulary building blocks

Practice contextual reading with words that start with, contain, or clearly showcase **E**.

| Creole word | English sounds-like guide | English translation |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Elefan | *Eh-leh-fahn* | Elephant |
| Ekri | *Eh-kree* | To write |
| Egzanp | *Ehg-zahnp* | Example |
| Etidye | *Eh-teed-yeh* | To study |
| Ede | *Eh-deh* | To help |

## 4. Interactive practice station

[The Letter E in Haitian Creole: Practice](about:blank)