Coptic Small Letter Fi Letter
ⲫ is the Coptic small letter fi, represented by U+2CAB.
U+2CAB
ⲫ (U+2CAB) is a Coptic small letter used in Coptic text. This page helps you copy it reliably and use the correct code points in your projects.
Coptic Small Letter Fi Letter Meaning
ⲫ is the Coptic small letter “fi” (Unicode: COPTIC SMALL LETTER FI, U+2CAB). It belongs to the Coptic script block and is typically used when writing Coptic words that require this specific letter shape. Like other letters in a writing system, its meaning is determined by the orthography of the Coptic language rather than by a standalone symbol meaning. For digital use, accuracy matters: the character is distinct from visually similar Latin or Greek letters, so use the Unicode character itself (or the provided escapes) to ensure correct rendering and text processing.
Common uses
- •Copy/paste for typing Coptic text accurately in documents and notes
- •Web publishing and typography where Coptic text must display correctly
- •Developer use in HTML/CSS/JavaScript via Unicode escapes for the exact character
- •Preparing subtitles, captions, or educational materials that include Coptic writing
- •Social posts or profiles that use Coptic letters for names or quotations
Examples
ⲫ Coptic Small Letter Fi (U+2CAB)
- ⲫⲫⲓⲣⲓ ⲫⲓⲥⲟⲩ
- ⲫⲣⲉⲫⲓⲫ ⲡⲓⲣⲟⲥ
- ⲫⲫⲟⲩⲟⲩ ⲛⲉⲛⲟⲩ
- ⲫⲫⲓⲕⲉⲙⲁⲣⲉ
- ⲫⲙⲛⲥⲟⲩ ⲫ
Variations
Technical codes
| Unicode | U+2CAB | |
| HTML Entity | ⲫ | |
| HTML Code | ⲫ | |
| CSS | \2CAB | |
| Alt Code | Alt + 11435 | |
| Decimal | 11435 |
How to type Coptic Small Letter Fi Letter (ⲫ)
On Windows
Hold Alt and type 11435 on the numeric keypad. In Word, type 2CAB then press Alt + X.
On Mac
Switch to the Unicode Hex Input keyboard, then hold Option and type 2CAB. Or press Control + Command + Space and search.
On Linux
Press Control + Shift + U, type 2cab, then press Enter or Space.
Anywhere
Copy ⲫ 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 Fi letter mean?
ⲫ is the Coptic small letter “fi” (Unicode: COPTIC SMALL LETTER FI, U+2CAB). It belongs to the Coptic script block and is typically used when writing Coptic words that require this specific letter shape. Like other letters in a writing system, its meaning is determined by the orthography of the Coptic language rather than by a standalone symbol meaning. For digital use, accuracy matters: the character is distinct from visually similar Latin or Greek letters, so use the Unicode character itself (or the provided escapes) to ensure correct rendering and text processing.
What is the Unicode code point for ⲫ?
ⲫ is U+2CAB (Unicode name: COPTIC SMALL LETTER FI).
How can I copy ⲫ safely into HTML?
Use the HTML entity: ⲫ (which corresponds to the character ⲫ).
How do I use ⲫ in CSS and JavaScript?
CSS escape: \\2CAB. JavaScript escape: \\u{2CAB}.
Is ⲫ the same as a Latin or Greek letter “f” or “phi”?
No. ⲫ is a Coptic letter (U+2CAB). It may look similar in some fonts, but it is a different Unicode character.