The modern
English alphabet is a
Latin alphabet consisting of 26
letters (each having an uppercase and a lowercase form) – the same letters that are found in the
ISO basic Latin alphabet:
The exact shape of printed letters varies depending on the
typeface. The shape of
handwritten letters can differ significantly from the standard printed form (and between individuals), especially when written in
cursive style. See the individual letter articles for information about letter shapes and origins (follow the links on any of the uppercase letters above).