Ancient Egyptian Hieroglyphics - A, B, and C
This lesson translates the letters A, B and C into Ancient Egyptian Hieroglyphics.
Hieroglyph A
There are two hieroglyphs for the letter "A". They represent the different sounds of the letter.
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The vulture, which is usually a sign for divine power, is used for the "ah" sound in words like around and about, and names like Adam.
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The arm is used for the "ay" sound in words like say, sail and sale, and names like Amy.
Hieroglyph B
The foot and lower leg is used for the "B" sound in words like boy and bubble, and names like Bobby and Bernadette.
Hieroglyph C
There are two hieroglyphs for the letter "C". They represent the different sounds of the letter.
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The basket is used for the hard 'C' sound in words like club and country, and names like Craig and Claire.
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The folded cloth is used for the soft 'C' sound in words like nice and peaceful, and names like Cindy and Cecilia.