The letter “k” is the eleventh letter of the English alphabet. It is a consonant and is pronounced as “kay.” In written form, the letter “k” typically appears as a diagonal line and a vertical line intersecting at the top. It is a relatively uncommon letter in English, but is still used frequently enough to be considered an important part of the language.

The letter “k” is used to represent various sounds in different languages. In English, it is most commonly used at the beginning of words, such as “kite” or “king.” It is also used in words of foreign origin, particularly those borrowed from Greek or German.