D

At the start of words the consonant D is pronounced similar to the English D in DOG, however the tongue touches the top of the teeth. When the D is at the end or middle of a word it is a bit softer.

Sounds of the Spanish Alphabet

Vowels

a e i o u

Consonants

b c d f g h j l m n ñ p r s t v x y z

Consonant combinations

ch ll rr qu

Consonants used in foreign words

k w

Examples

  • derecho ( right)
  • dar ( to give)
  • moda ( fashion)
  • verdad ( truth)