Kaaf كَاف

Like 'k' in kite, a little further forward than Qaaf.

Its shapes

ك
Alone
ك‍
Start
‍ك‍
Middle
‍ك
End

Trace it with your finger

👄 Where the sound comes from

The tongue · ك

Most letters are made by the tongue touching or nearing the roof of the mouth or the teeth.

The lesson on where sounds come from →

⚖️ Don't mix it up with

  • ق
    Qaaf · heavy
    A deep 'k' from the very back of the tongue. Two dots above.

Say Kaaf and the other letter one after the other, slowly, and feel the difference. A teacher can check you.

📖 Words with Kaaf