Pronunciation: /Ι™/ Definition: the first letter of the English alphabet Root word: The word “A” originates from the Phoenician letter “aleph” or the Proto-Sinaitic letter “aleph.” It is also related to the Greek letter “alpha” and the Hebrew letter “aleph.” Examples:

The grade “A” is often associated with excellence or the highest level of achievement.

“A” is the initial letter of the word “apple.”

In the sentence “A cat is on the mat,” “A” is used as an indefinite article.