Greek Alphabet in Order: A to Z

The Greek alphabet consists of 24 letters arranged in a specific order from Alpha (Α) to Omega (Ω). This alphabetical order has remained consistent for over 2,500 years and forms the foundation of the Greek writing system.

Complete List of Greek Letters in Order

Here are all 24 letters of the Greek alphabet in their traditional sequence:

Memorizing the Greek Alphabet Order

Learning the Greek alphabet in order becomes easier with these memory techniques:

• Group by fives: Alpha-Beta-Gamma-Delta-Epsilon | Zeta-Eta-Theta-Iota-Kappa | Lambda-Mu-Nu-Xi-Omicron | Pi-Rho-Sigma-Tau-Upsilon | Phi-Chi-Psi-Omega
• Sound patterns: Notice how many Greek letters sound similar to their English counterparts (Alpha→A, Beta→B, Delta→D)
• Visual associations: Delta (Δ) looks like a triangle, Omega (Ω) resembles a horseshoe
• Common phrases: "Alpha and Omega" (first and last), "Alpha Beta" (alphabet)

Vowels and Consonants

The 24 Greek letters divide into:

• 7 vowels: Alpha (Α), Epsilon (Ε), Eta (Η), Iota (Ι), Omicron (Ο), Upsilon (Υ), Omega (Ω)
• 17 consonants: All remaining letters

The Significance of Alphabetical Order

The Greek alphabetical order is important for:

• Dictionary organization: Greek dictionaries arrange words alphabetically
• Numerical values: Each letter's position determines its numeric value in the Greek numeral system
• Academic citations: Greek letters mark sequences and lists in mathematical and scientific contexts
• Computer encoding: Unicode arranges Greek letters in their traditional alphabetical order

Related Resources

Continue learning about the Greek alphabet:

• Greek Alphabet Chart — Visual reference guide
• Greek Alphabet for Beginners — Step-by-step learning guide
• Pronunciation Guide — How to pronounce each letter
• Copy and Paste Greek Letters — Quick access to all characters