How to Say “The Letter E” in German

By Dean Gavin • Updated October 6, 2026

der Buchstabe E

The English phrase "the letter e" is translated into German as der Buchstabe E.

This phrase is used to refer specifically to the fifth letter of the English alphabet.

Did you know?

In German, the word Buchstabe for 'letter' literally means 'book stave'. This reflects a time when characters were carved into wooden sticks or tablets.
While E is only the fifth letter of the alphabet, it is the most frequently used letter in the entire German language.

Examples in context

Bett
Bed
Fest
Festival
Mensch
Human
Neben
Next to
Woche
Week
Teller
Plate
Der Buchstabe E ist wichtig.
The letter E is important.

Example conversation

Hannah and Maximilian are playing a word game.

Hannah

Welcher Buchstabe kommt nach D?
Which letter comes after D?
Maximilian

Es ist der Buchstabe E.
It is the letter E.
Hannah

Richtig, Maximilian!
Correct, Maximilian!
Maximilian

Ich bin heute sehr gut.
I am very good today.

Sources

Word origins: Wiktionary entries Buchstabe, der, CC BY-SA 4.0.

⭐Share⭐ to appreciate human effort 🙏

About The Author

Dean Gavin

Guten Tag! I'm Dean, your friendly language enthusiast. I absolutely love immersing myself in different cultures and languages, but German holds a special place in my heart. I enjoy sharing this passion with you through my posts, helping you navigate everything from formal greetings to casual slang. When I'm not busy scribbling comprehensive guides, you might find me jamming on my guitar or observing the beauty of the Blood Moon. Remember, practice makes perfect! Zufrieden Lernen!

Dean GavinHelp make this guide better. Spot a mistake, know another way to say it, or have an example from real life? Share it below.

0 Comments

Newest

Oldest Most Voted