Coptic Capital Letter Gamma Letter
Ⲅ is the Coptic capital form of Gamma, used in Coptic text and typography.
U+2C84
Ⲅ is a Unicode character from the Coptic block. It’s commonly referenced by its Unicode name “COPTIC CAPITAL LETTER GAMMA.” Use the copy options below to paste it into documents, websites, and code.
Coptic Capital Letter Gamma Letter Meaning
Ⲅ is the Coptic capital letter Gamma (Unicode U+2C84). As a letterform, it’s used when writing Coptic words in a capitalized context, such as headings, names, or stylized text where uppercase forms are required. Its primary role is in accurate digital typography for Coptic script rather than a separate symbolic meaning. If you’re building fonts, transcriptions, or digital editions that include Coptic, using the correct uppercase character is important for correct rendering and consistency.
Common uses
- •Pasting Coptic uppercase Gamma into documents or notes
- •Creating Coptic headings and titles that require an uppercase letter
- •Digital editing and transcription of Coptic script
- •Web design and UI typography that includes Coptic text
- •Programming text strings using Unicode escapes for reliable rendering
Examples
Ⲅ Coptic Capital Letter Gamma
- ⲄⲄϣⲁⲣⲉ ⲕⲁⲣⲓⲁ
- ⲄⲄⲟⲩⲁϩ ⲡⲣⲟⲡⲁⲣⲥ
- ⲄⲄⲥⲱⲧⲉ ⲙⲛⲧⲣⲟ
- ⲄⲄⲧⲣⲁⲝⲁⲓ ⲥⲱⲧⲉ
- ⲄⲄⲛⲉⲙⲓⲛ ⲣⲱⲙⲉ
Variations
Technical codes
| Unicode | U+2C84 | |
| HTML Entity | Ⲅ | |
| HTML Code | Ⲅ | |
| CSS | \2C84 | |
| Alt Code | Alt + 11396 | |
| Decimal | 11396 |
How to type Coptic Capital Letter Gamma Letter (Ⲅ)
On Windows
Hold Alt and type 11396 on the numeric keypad. In Word, type 2C84 then press Alt + X.
On Mac
Switch to the Unicode Hex Input keyboard, then hold Option and type 2C84. Or press Control + Command + Space and search.
On Linux
Press Control + Shift + U, type 2c84, then press Enter or Space.
Anywhere
Copy Ⲅ 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 Coptic Capital Letter Gamma letter mean?
Ⲅ is the Coptic capital letter Gamma (Unicode U+2C84). As a letterform, it’s used when writing Coptic words in a capitalized context, such as headings, names, or stylized text where uppercase forms are required. Its primary role is in accurate digital typography for Coptic script rather than a separate symbolic meaning. If you’re building fonts, transcriptions, or digital editions that include Coptic, using the correct uppercase character is important for correct rendering and consistency.
What is the Unicode code point for Ⲅ?
Ⲅ is U+2C84, named “COPTIC CAPITAL LETTER GAMMA.”
How can I copy Ⲅ into HTML?
Use the entity: Ⲅ (HTML entity provided for this character).
How do I use Ⲅ in CSS or JavaScript?
CSS escape: \2C84. JavaScript (Unicode escape): \u{2C84}.
Does Ⲅ have a different meaning than the small letter gamma?
Ⲅ specifically represents the Coptic capital form of Gamma (uppercase). Any meaning comes from the letter in Coptic text, while case distinguishes the form.