Cyrillic Capital Letter Short U Letter
Ў is a Cyrillic capital letter (U+040E) used in languages and texts that require the “Short U” character.
U+040E
The symbol “Ў” is known in Unicode as CYRILLIC CAPITAL LETTER SHORT U. It’s part of the Cyrillic block and is commonly needed for correct spelling and typography in supported languages. Use the copy variations and code points below to insert it reliably.
Cyrillic Capital Letter Short U Letter Meaning
Ў (Unicode U+040E) is a Cyrillic capital letter called CYRILLIC CAPITAL LETTER SHORT U. In text, it is used as a distinct letter that may appear in specific Cyrillic orthographies, where “Short U” represents a particular sound or spelling convention. Because it is a specific Unicode character (not just a styled “U”), using the correct code point helps avoid incorrect letter substitution and ensures proper rendering across software, fonts, and web platforms. When entering it manually, copy it from this page or use the provided escapes (HTML, CSS, and JavaScript) to guarantee accuracy.
Common uses
- •Correctly spelling names and words that require the exact “Short U” letter
- •Typography and layout in documents or design mockups using Cyrillic alphabets
- •Web content authoring where the precise Unicode character matters
- •Program strings, UI labels, and localization where “Ў” must be consistent
- •Social media posts that include accurate Cyrillic spelling
Examples
Ў (Cyrillic Capital Letter Short U)
- ЎЎлода
- ЎКўлў
- ЎЎзбекистон
- ЎБўрлиқ
- ЎЎрмон
Variations
Technical codes
| Unicode | U+040E | |
| HTML Entity | Ў | |
| HTML Code | Ў | |
| CSS | \040E | |
| Alt Code | Alt + 1038 | |
| Decimal | 1038 |
How to type Cyrillic Capital Letter Short U Letter (Ў)
On Windows
Hold Alt and type 1038 on the numeric keypad. In Word, type 040E then press Alt + X.
On Mac
Switch to the Unicode Hex Input keyboard, then hold Option and type 040E. Or press Control + Command + Space and search.
On Linux
Press Control + Shift + U, type 040e, then press Enter or Space.
Anywhere
Copy Ў 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 Cyrillic Capital Letter Short U letter mean?
Ў (Unicode U+040E) is a Cyrillic capital letter called CYRILLIC CAPITAL LETTER SHORT U. In text, it is used as a distinct letter that may appear in specific Cyrillic orthographies, where “Short U” represents a particular sound or spelling convention. Because it is a specific Unicode character (not just a styled “U”), using the correct code point helps avoid incorrect letter substitution and ensures proper rendering across software, fonts, and web platforms. When entering it manually, copy it from this page or use the provided escapes (HTML, CSS, and JavaScript) to guarantee accuracy.
What is the Unicode code point for Ў?
Ў is Unicode U+040E.
How can I copy Ў into HTML?
Use the HTML entity: Ў
What CSS escape can I use for Ў?
You can use: \\040E
Is Ў the same as a normal Cyrillic “U”?
No. Ў is a distinct character (CYRILLIC CAPITAL LETTER SHORT U), so you should use the correct Unicode character to avoid incorrect spelling.