letter B

Follows A alphabetically

The letter B is the second letter of the English alphabet, a consonant representing a voiced bilabial stop—the sound made by briefly closing the lips.

In grading systems, B indicates above-average but not excellent performance.

In music, B is a note in the scale.

A Plan B is a backup strategy.

To B-list something is to rank it as secondary.

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  • alphabetLanguage's letter system
  • betaGreek alphabet's second letter
  • beeStinging nectar gatherer
  • honey beeNectar-gathering hive insect
  • secondUnit smaller than minute

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Known to kids · Used worldwide · Timeless · Concrete · Everyday, not technical · Rated G