Arabic Letter Reh Letter
ر is the Arabic letter Reh (U+0631) used in writing Arabic words.
U+0631
ر is known in Unicode as the Arabic Letter Reh. You can copy it directly or use the provided Unicode/HTML/CSS/JavaScript escapes. It’s commonly encountered in Arabic text and names.
Arabic Letter Reh Letter Meaning
ر (Arabic Letter Reh) is a letter used in Arabic writing. In Arabic, letters represent sounds and are used to build words; Reh commonly corresponds to the “r” sound (though exact pronunciation can vary by context and surrounding letters). Like most Arabic letters, its shape changes depending on whether it appears at the start, middle, or end of a word. This character is primarily a written language element rather than a standalone symbol with a single universal meaning outside of Arabic text.
Common uses
- •Typing Arabic words that include the Reh letter
- •Displaying Arabic names, places, or book titles in UI text
- •Correcting or verifying Arabic text in editors and content workflows
- •Using the character in design assets that require Arabic script
- •Implementing Arabic text handling in software with Unicode support
Examples
ر (Arabic Letter Reh) Symbol
- ررجل
- رمدرسة
- ركتاب
- رنهر
- رصبر
Variations
Technical codes
| Unicode | U+0631 | |
| HTML Entity | ر | |
| HTML Code | ر | |
| CSS | \0631 | |
| Alt Code | Alt + 1585 | |
| Decimal | 1585 |
How to type Arabic Letter Reh Letter (ر)
On Windows
Hold Alt and type 1585 on the numeric keypad. In Word, type 0631 then press Alt + X.
On Mac
Switch to the Unicode Hex Input keyboard, then hold Option and type 0631. Or press Control + Command + Space and search.
On Linux
Press Control + Shift + U, type 0631, then press Enter or Space.
Anywhere
Copy ر 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 Reh letter mean?
ر (Arabic Letter Reh) is a letter used in Arabic writing. In Arabic, letters represent sounds and are used to build words; Reh commonly corresponds to the “r” sound (though exact pronunciation can vary by context and surrounding letters). Like most Arabic letters, its shape changes depending on whether it appears at the start, middle, or end of a word. This character is primarily a written language element rather than a standalone symbol with a single universal meaning outside of Arabic text.
What is the Unicode code point for ر?
ر is U+0631 (ARABIC LETTER REH).
How can I copy ر in HTML?
Use the HTML entity: ر.
What CSS escape can I use for this character?
Use: \0631.
Does ر change shape depending on word position?
Yes. Arabic letters typically change their form depending on whether they appear at the start, middle, or end of a word.