---
title: The Letter S in Haitian Creole
description: S unlocks sa, se, solèy, and simple questions.
url: "https://oukaap.com/en/okahub/the-letter-s-in-haitian-creole/"
updated: "2026-08-11"
category: Pronunciation / Haitian Creole Alphabet
tags:
  - alphabet
  - beginner
  - "haitian-creole"
  - practice
  - pronunciation
---

# The Letter S in Haitian Creole

Haitian Creole Alphabet, Lesson 26

 The Letter S in Haitian Creole

S unlocks sa, se, solèy, and simple questions.

   S

solèy, sun

## 1. Sound & pronunciation

S is stable and voiceless like English s in six.

**Pronunciation guide:** /s/, s, like six.

## 2. Grammar rule

 **Sa** can mean this, that, or what depending on position and context.

## 3. Vocabulary building blocks

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

| Creole word | English sounds-like guide | English translation |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Solèy | *Soh-ley* | Sun |
| Sa | *Sah* | This / that / what |
| Se | *Seh* | Is / it is |
| Sis | *Sees* | Six |
| Souri | *Soo-ree* | Smile |

## 4. Interactive practice station

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