Circled Ideograph Rest Letter
㊡ is a circled ideograph character (U+32A1) often used as a compact symbol in text and design.
U+32A1
The character ㊡ is known by the Unicode name “CIRCLED IDEOGRAPH REST” (U+32A1). It’s part of the “Enclosed & Circled” block and can be used as a standalone glyph. This page helps you copy it reliably across platforms and formats.
Circled Ideograph Rest Letter Meaning
㊡ is a Unicode character with the name “CIRCLED IDEOGRAPH REST” (U+32A1). As a circled ideograph, it’s typically used as a visual marker rather than as a multi-word text element. Depending on the font and context, it may appear like a circled ideographic symbol meant to indicate “rest” or a similar pause/neutral concept. In practice, people use it when they want a compact, enclosed glyph that stands out in headings, comments, icons, or decorative UI elements. Its meaning can be contextual, but the most common intent is to convey a single “rest/idle” style marker.
Common uses
- •As a compact status marker in notes or task lists (e.g., “rest” or “idle” reminders)
- •In UI mockups or icon-like design where a circled glyph is needed
- •To decorate posters, flyers, or social posts with a distinct enclosed symbol
- •As a typographic accent in headings, labels, or section dividers
- •In text-based games or chat formatting to represent a pause/rest action
Examples
㊡ Circled Ideograph Rest
- ㊡Today: ㊡
- ㊡Reminder: stretch, then ㊡
- ㊡Queue status: ㊡ (waiting)
- ㊡Break time ㊡ — back soon
- ㊡Action: rest ㊡
Variations
Technical codes
| Unicode | U+32A1 | |
| HTML Entity | ㊡ | |
| HTML Code | ㊡ | |
| CSS | \32A1 | |
| Alt Code | Alt + 12961 | |
| Decimal | 12961 |
How to type Circled Ideograph Rest Letter (㊡)
On Windows
Hold Alt and type 12961 on the numeric keypad. In Word, type 32A1 then press Alt + X.
On Mac
Switch to the Unicode Hex Input keyboard, then hold Option and type 32A1. Or press Control + Command + Space and search.
On Linux
Press Control + Shift + U, type 32a1, then press Enter or Space.
Anywhere
Copy ㊡ 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 Circled Ideograph Rest letter mean?
㊡ is a Unicode character with the name “CIRCLED IDEOGRAPH REST” (U+32A1). As a circled ideograph, it’s typically used as a visual marker rather than as a multi-word text element. Depending on the font and context, it may appear like a circled ideographic symbol meant to indicate “rest” or a similar pause/neutral concept. In practice, people use it when they want a compact, enclosed glyph that stands out in headings, comments, icons, or decorative UI elements. Its meaning can be contextual, but the most common intent is to convey a single “rest/idle” style marker.
What is the Unicode code point for ㊡?
㊡ is U+32A1 (Unicode name: “CIRCLED IDEOGRAPH REST”).
How can I copy ㊡ into HTML?
Use the HTML entity: ㊡ or the hex form: ㊡.
What should I use in CSS or JavaScript?
CSS escape: \\32A1. JavaScript: \\u{32A1}.
Why does ㊡ sometimes look different across devices?
Appearance depends on the font available on your device. The character is the same (U+32A1), but glyph styling can vary by font.