Coptic Small Letter Eie Letter
ⲉ is the Coptic small letter Eie (Unicode U+2C89) used in Coptic writing.
U+2C89
ⲉ is a Unicode character from the Coptic block. It represents the Coptic small letter Eie and is typically used in Coptic-language text or scholarly transcription. Use the copy options below to paste it into documents, design tools, or web pages.
Coptic Small Letter Eie Letter Meaning
ⲉ is the Coptic small letter Eie (Unicode code point U+2C89). In practice, its meaning is tied to Coptic orthography: it functions as a letter within Coptic words rather than as a standalone symbol with a broad extra meaning. When you see ⲉ in digital text, it typically signals that the writer is using Coptic script and the specific letterform associated with “Eie.” If you are transcribing, typesetting, or encoding Coptic content, using the correct Unicode character helps ensure consistent spelling and correct text rendering across platforms.
Common uses
- •Typing Coptic text in chat, documents, or notes
- •Transcribing Coptic manuscripts or inscriptions in academic writing
- •Building Coptic word lists for search or indexing
- •Using the character in titles, captions, or educational materials about Coptic script
- •Rendering Coptic fonts and character sets for web or app testing
Examples
ⲉ Coptic Small Letter Eie
- ⲉⲉⲓⲣⲏ ⲧⲉⲭⲏⲇ
- ⲉⲉⲓⲱⲧⲉ ⲛⲓⲙⲁ
- ⲉⲉⲣⲟⲥ ⲧⲉⲣⲉⲭ
- ⲉⲙⲉⲣⲉ ⲛⲧⲉⲣⲭ
- ⲉⲉⲃⲱⲓ ⲉⲧⲉⲛ
Variations
Technical codes
| Unicode | U+2C89 | |
| HTML Entity | ⲉ | |
| HTML Code | ⲉ | |
| CSS | \2C89 | |
| Alt Code | Alt + 11401 | |
| Decimal | 11401 |
How to type Coptic Small Letter Eie Letter (ⲉ)
On Windows
Hold Alt and type 11401 on the numeric keypad. In Word, type 2C89 then press Alt + X.
On Mac
Switch to the Unicode Hex Input keyboard, then hold Option and type 2C89. Or press Control + Command + Space and search.
On Linux
Press Control + Shift + U, type 2c89, then press Enter or Space.
Anywhere
Copy ⲉ 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 Small Letter Eie letter mean?
ⲉ is the Coptic small letter Eie (Unicode code point U+2C89). In practice, its meaning is tied to Coptic orthography: it functions as a letter within Coptic words rather than as a standalone symbol with a broad extra meaning. When you see ⲉ in digital text, it typically signals that the writer is using Coptic script and the specific letterform associated with “Eie.” If you are transcribing, typesetting, or encoding Coptic content, using the correct Unicode character helps ensure consistent spelling and correct text rendering across platforms.
What Unicode character is ⲉ?
ⲉ is Coptic Small Letter Eie, with Unicode code point U+2C89.
How can I copy ⲉ for use in HTML?
You can paste the character directly, or use the HTML entity: ⲉ.
What is the CSS escape for ⲉ?
The CSS escape is: \\2C89.
Can I use ⲉ in JavaScript strings?
Yes. The JavaScript escape is: \\u{2C89}.