Cyrillic Capital Letter Ya Letter
Я is the Cyrillic capital letter Ya, used in Russian and other Cyrillic-based languages.
U+042F
The character Я is a Cyrillic capital letter commonly used in Russian writing. This page helps you copy it reliably and use it in HTML, CSS, and JavaScript. You’ll also find practical examples and related symbols.
Cyrillic Capital Letter Ya Letter Meaning
Я is the Cyrillic capital letter YA, assigned Unicode code point U+042F (CYRILLIC CAPITAL LETTER YA). In Cyrillic alphabets, it typically represents the sound associated with “ya,” like the initial sound in English “yard.” You’ll see it in everyday words, names, and abbreviations in languages that use Cyrillic scripts, especially Russian. Because it’s a distinct Unicode character, the most accurate way to use it is by copying the symbol directly or using the provided escapes (HTML entity, CSS escape, or JavaScript Unicode escape).
Common uses
- •Typing Russian words that start with or contain “ya” (e.g., Япония, Язык)
- •Designing names, brand text, or headings in Cyrillic-based layouts
- •Creating usernames, labels, and UI text that require the exact character Я
- •Programming and templating text content using the correct Unicode character
- •Form field and document copy/paste where a precise Cyrillic capital letter is needed
Examples
Я (Cyrillic Capital Letter Ya)
- ЯЯ люблю книги.
- ЯЯпония — это страна.
- ЯЭто Я.
- ЯМоя работа — Языки.
- ЯЯзык важен.
Variations
Technical codes
| Unicode | U+042F | |
| HTML Entity | Я | |
| HTML Code | Я | |
| CSS | \042F | |
| Alt Code | Alt + 1071 | |
| Decimal | 1071 |
How to type Cyrillic Capital Letter Ya Letter (Я)
On Windows
Hold Alt and type 1071 on the numeric keypad. In Word, type 042F then press Alt + X.
On Mac
Switch to the Unicode Hex Input keyboard, then hold Option and type 042F. Or press Control + Command + Space and search.
On Linux
Press Control + Shift + U, type 042f, then press Enter or Space.
Anywhere
Copy Я 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 Ya letter mean?
Я is the Cyrillic capital letter YA, assigned Unicode code point U+042F (CYRILLIC CAPITAL LETTER YA). In Cyrillic alphabets, it typically represents the sound associated with “ya,” like the initial sound in English “yard.” You’ll see it in everyday words, names, and abbreviations in languages that use Cyrillic scripts, especially Russian. Because it’s a distinct Unicode character, the most accurate way to use it is by copying the symbol directly or using the provided escapes (HTML entity, CSS escape, or JavaScript Unicode escape).
What Unicode character is Я?
Я is CYRILLIC CAPITAL LETTER YA with Unicode code point U+042F.
How do I copy Я into HTML?
Use the HTML entity: Я
How do I write Я in CSS?
Use the CSS escape: \\042F
How do I include Я in JavaScript strings?
Use the JavaScript Unicode escape: \\u{042F}