Arabic Letter Ddal Letter
ڈ is the Arabic Letter Ddal (U+0688), used in writing languages that use this Arabic character.
U+0688
ڈ is an Arabic-script letter with the Unicode code point U+0688. It may appear in words written with Arabic-derived orthographies. Use it in text, typography, and UI content where this exact character is required.
Arabic Letter Ddal Letter Meaning
ڈ is the Unicode character named ARABIC LETTER DDAL (U+0688). As an Arabic-script letter, its exact pronunciation depends on the writing system and the language’s orthography. In practice, you’ll usually encounter ڈ as part of actual words rather than as a standalone symbol. For accurate results, copy and paste the character rather than substituting similar-looking letters from other scripts. When supporting multiple languages, ensure your fonts and input methods handle U+0688 so the shape renders correctly.
Common uses
- •Typing or searching for words that include the character ڈ in Arabic-based writing systems
- •Adding the exact letter to forms, labels, and user interface text for specific languages
- •Correcting or normalizing text where a single code point (U+0688) must match exactly
- •Designing Arabic-script typography and previewing glyph rendering in layouts
- •Social media posts and content that must preserve the correct spelling and character set
Examples
ڈ (Arabic Letter Ddal) Symbol Information
- ڈڈاڑھی
- ڈکمر ڈیو
- ڈپڑھو
- ڈشہر ڈسکہ
- ڈکتاب ڈاؤن لوڈ
Variations
Technical codes
| Unicode | U+0688 | |
| HTML Entity | ڈ | |
| HTML Code | ڈ | |
| CSS | \0688 | |
| Alt Code | Alt + 1672 | |
| Decimal | 1672 |
How to type Arabic Letter Ddal Letter (ڈ)
On Windows
Hold Alt and type 1672 on the numeric keypad. In Word, type 0688 then press Alt + X.
On Mac
Switch to the Unicode Hex Input keyboard, then hold Option and type 0688. Or press Control + Command + Space and search.
On Linux
Press Control + Shift + U, type 0688, then press Enter or Space.
Anywhere
Copy ڈ with the button above and paste it wherever you need it — this works on every device and in every app, with no keyboard shortcut to remember.
FAQ
What does the Arabic Letter Ddal letter mean?
ڈ is the Unicode character named ARABIC LETTER DDAL (U+0688). As an Arabic-script letter, its exact pronunciation depends on the writing system and the language’s orthography. In practice, you’ll usually encounter ڈ as part of actual words rather than as a standalone symbol. For accurate results, copy and paste the character rather than substituting similar-looking letters from other scripts. When supporting multiple languages, ensure your fonts and input methods handle U+0688 so the shape renders correctly.
What Unicode character is ڈ?
ڈ is ARABIC LETTER DDAL with Unicode code point U+0688.
How can I copy ڈ reliably?
Copy the character directly from this page (ڈ). If you need code, use the provided escapes like \\u{0688} or \\0688.
Will similar letters look the same as ڈ?
Not necessarily. Nearby Arabic letters can look similar, but you should use the exact character U+0688 to avoid spelling and rendering issues.
Which fonts support this character?
Support depends on the font and platform. If U+0688 renders as a placeholder box, try a font with Arabic-script coverage.