Cyrillic Small Letter Ef Letter
“ф” is the Cyrillic small letter Ef, used in Russian and other Cyrillic-based writing systems.
U+0444
The character “ф” (CYRILLIC SMALL LETTER EF) is a common lowercase Cyrillic letter. You can copy it directly or use standard HTML, CSS, and JavaScript escapes for reliable text rendering. This page helps you identify, type, and reuse the symbol correctly.
Cyrillic Small Letter Ef Letter Meaning
“ф” is the Cyrillic small letter Ef, Unicode code point U+0444. It represents a phonetic sound in Cyrillic alphabets and is used as a standard lowercase letter in languages that use Cyrillic scripts. In practice, you’ll see “ф” inside everyday words, names, and technical text written in Cyrillic. Because it is a distinct Unicode character, it should not be replaced with similar-looking Latin letters. When programming or designing, use the correct escapes (HTML entity, CSS escape, or JavaScript escape) to avoid rendering issues across platforms and fonts.
Common uses
- •Typing and proofreading Cyrillic text in Russian or other Cyrillic-based languages
- •Copying a lowercase “ef” character for names, labels, and UI strings
- •Using the symbol in web content with correct Unicode/escaping to prevent character substitution
- •Including “ф” in design assets, typography mockups, and multilingual layouts
- •Writing or formatting text for social posts, comments, and documentation that uses Cyrillic
Examples
ф | Cyrillic Small Letter Ef (U+0444)
- ффайл
- фформа
- финформация
- ффото
- фАртём и федор
Variations
Technical codes
| Unicode | U+0444 | |
| HTML Entity | ф | |
| HTML Code | ф | |
| CSS | \0444 | |
| Alt Code | Alt + 1092 | |
| Decimal | 1092 |
How to type Cyrillic Small Letter Ef Letter (ф)
On Windows
Hold Alt and type 1092 on the numeric keypad. In Word, type 0444 then press Alt + X.
On Mac
Switch to the Unicode Hex Input keyboard, then hold Option and type 0444. Or press Control + Command + Space and search.
On Linux
Press Control + Shift + U, type 0444, then press Enter or Space.
Anywhere
Copy ф 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 Small Letter Ef letter mean?
“ф” is the Cyrillic small letter Ef, Unicode code point U+0444. It represents a phonetic sound in Cyrillic alphabets and is used as a standard lowercase letter in languages that use Cyrillic scripts. In practice, you’ll see “ф” inside everyday words, names, and technical text written in Cyrillic. Because it is a distinct Unicode character, it should not be replaced with similar-looking Latin letters. When programming or designing, use the correct escapes (HTML entity, CSS escape, or JavaScript escape) to avoid rendering issues across platforms and fonts.
What is the Unicode code point for “ф”?
“ф” is Unicode code point U+0444 (CYRILLIC SMALL LETTER EF).
How do I include “ф” in HTML?
Use the HTML entity: ф.
What are the CSS and JavaScript escapes for “ф”?
CSS escape: \\0444. JavaScript escape: \\u{0444}.
Is “ф” the same as a Latin “f”?
No. “ф” is a Cyrillic letter, not the Latin letter “f”, even though they may look similar in some fonts.