Devanagari Letter Dddha Letter
The Devanagari letter ड़ (DEVANAGARI LETTER DDDHA) used in Hindi and related scripts.
U+095C
The symbol “ड़” is a Devanagari character with the Unicode name DEVANAGARI LETTER DDDHA. Use it when you need the specific dddha sound letter in Devanagari text. Below you’ll find accurate copy options and practical examples.
Devanagari Letter Dddha Letter Meaning
“ड़” (DEVANAGARI LETTER DDDHA) is a Devanagari letter identified by Unicode codepoint U+095C (HTML: ड़). In writing systems that use Devanagari, it represents a specific consonant sound often described as a retroflex “ddha” (different from regular “ड”). Because it has a distinct codepoint, it should be used directly rather than approximated with visually similar characters. Designers, developers, and writers typically copy this character to ensure correct rendering across fonts and platforms.
Common uses
- •Typing or composing Hindi or Devanagari text that requires the exact letter “ड़”
- •Correctly entering names, places, or words in forms and databases that store Unicode text
- •Adding accurate subtitles or captions in video content
- •Localizing UI strings for Hindi-facing applications
- •Using the exact character in education materials or dictionaries
Examples
ड (Devanagari letter DDDHA) — Copy Symbol
- ड़वह शब्द में “ड़” आता है।
- ड़मैंने “ड़” सही तरह से टाइप किया।
- ड़यह नाम “राहुल” नहीं, “राहुड़” है।
- ड़कृपया “ड़” वाला अक्षर ध्यान से लिखें।
- ड़सही वर्तनी के लिए “ड़” का प्रयोग करें।
Variations
Technical codes
| Unicode | U+095C | |
| HTML Entity | ड़ | |
| HTML Code | ड़ | |
| CSS | \095C | |
| Alt Code | Alt + 2396 | |
| Decimal | 2396 |
How to type Devanagari Letter Dddha Letter (ड़)
On Windows
Hold Alt and type 2396 on the numeric keypad. In Word, type 095C then press Alt + X.
On Mac
Switch to the Unicode Hex Input keyboard, then hold Option and type 095C. Or press Control + Command + Space and search.
On Linux
Press Control + Shift + U, type 095c, then press Enter or Space.
Anywhere
Copy ड़ 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 Devanagari Letter Dddha letter mean?
“ड़” (DEVANAGARI LETTER DDDHA) is a Devanagari letter identified by Unicode codepoint U+095C (HTML: ड़). In writing systems that use Devanagari, it represents a specific consonant sound often described as a retroflex “ddha” (different from regular “ड”). Because it has a distinct codepoint, it should be used directly rather than approximated with visually similar characters. Designers, developers, and writers typically copy this character to ensure correct rendering across fonts and platforms.
What is the Unicode codepoint for “ड़”?
“ड़” is Unicode codepoint U+095C (DEVANAGARI LETTER DDDHA).
How can I type or copy this character on my device?
Copy it directly from this page (the symbol “ड़”), or use the provided escapes like HTML ड़ or CSS \\095C in supported contexts.
Is “ड़” the same as the Devanagari letter “ड”?
No. “ड़” is a distinct Devanagari letter with its own Unicode codepoint U+095C, so it should not be replaced by “ड”.
What are common ways to include it in code?
You can use the HTML entity ड़, the CSS escape \\095C, or the JavaScript escape \\u{095C}.