Say It, Write It, Love It—Meet Ukrainian Sounds
Ukrainian is full of melody, rhythm, and expressive sounds that make it a joy to learn especially for kids! Whether they’re learning to say “hello” or practicing a new letter, children quickly pick up on the charm of this vibrant language.
The Ukrainian alphabet is based on Cyrillic script, with 33 letters that may look unfamiliar at first but follow regular patterns. This means once kids get used to the shapes, they often find it easier to read than expected.
Here are a few Ukrainian sounds and letters that stand out:
Ї ї – Sounds like yee in “yes”
Ж ж – A buzzing sound, like the French “j” in jour
Г г – A soft h sound, not as hard as in English “go”
Ю ю – Sounds like “you,” a fun one to practice
Щ щ – A “shch” combo, tricky at first but satisfying to master
Kids learning with Dinolingo are introduced to these sounds through songs, repetition, and games that make pronunciation feel like playtime. And when children start recognizing letters and linking them to sounds, reading in Ukrainian becomes a fun discovery.
Try These Fun Activities
Alphabet Sound Race
Say a sound—like “ж”—and have your child point to or draw the matching letter. Turn it into a speed game!
Sing the Sounds
Choose five fun letters like Ю, Ї, and Щ and turn their sounds into a silly song or chant.
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