---
title: The Letter H in Haitian Creole
description: Include H as a rare but real Haitian Creole graphème.
url: "https://oukaap.com/en/okahub/the-letter-h-in-haitian-creole/"
updated: "2026-08-11"
category: Pronunciation / Haitian Creole Alphabet
tags:
  - alphabet
  - beginner
  - "haitian-creole"
  - practice
  - pronunciation
---

# The Letter H in Haitian Creole

Haitian Creole Alphabet, Lesson 11

 The Letter H in Haitian Creole

Include H as a rare but real Haitian Creole graphème.

   H

hap, harp

## 1. Sound & pronunciation

H is pronounced in the small set of words and interjections that use it. It is less frequent than many other consonants, so this article stays intentionally short.

**Pronunciation guide:** /h/, h, like hotel.

## 2. Grammar rule

 The broad orthography rule still applies: no silent letters. If a Haitian Creole word is written with H, learners should not drop it as in French.

## 3. Vocabulary building blocks

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

| Creole word | English sounds-like guide | English translation |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Hap | *Hahp* | Harp / musical instrument |
| Hin | *Heen* | Liquid measure |
| Homè | *Hoh-meh* | Large measure |
| Enhen! | *Ehn-hehn* | Aha! / "Ah ah!" in French |

## 4. Interactive practice station

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