I facts for kids
The letter I is the ninth (number 9) letter in the English alphabet. It is one of the five main vowels, along with A, E, O, and U.
The Letter I
The letter I is a fundamental part of the English writing system. It helps us form countless words and is used in many different ways.
I as a Pronoun
In English, "I" is also a special pronoun. A pronoun is a word that takes the place of a noun, like a person's name. When you use "I," you are talking about yourself.
Here are some examples of how "I" is used as a pronoun:
- "I love to read books." (This means "I, the person speaking, love to read books.")
- "You and I shall walk to the store." (This means "You and me will walk to the store.")
- "You and I are friends." (This means "You and I, the speaker, are friends.")
I in Other Languages
The letter "I" appears in many languages around the world, but it can sometimes look or sound a bit different. For example, in Turkish, the letter I has two kinds:
- One with a dot (İ, i)
- One without a dot (I, ı)
This shows how letters can have unique features depending on the language they are used in.
Images for kids
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Pronunciation of the name of the letter ⟨i⟩ in European languages
See also
In Spanish: I para niños
