Circled Number Thirty Eight Letter
㊳ is the circled number thirty eight character (U+32B3) used for numbered badges and labels.
U+32B3
㊳ (CIRCLED NUMBER THIRTY EIGHT) is a single Unicode character for displaying the number 38 inside a circle. It’s useful when you want a compact, decorative way to label steps, items, or options. This page helps you copy the symbol and use it correctly in text and code.
Circled Number Thirty Eight Letter Meaning
㊳ is a typographic symbol that represents the number 38 enclosed in a circle. As an “enclosed & circled” character, it’s commonly used for UI-like labeling without needing images or special fonts. You’ll often see it used to mark a specific item in a sequence, to create numbered badges, or to indicate an option number in a clean, standardized way. In many contexts, its meaning is simply the numeral 38 presented as a circled marker, rather than a standalone concept beyond numbering.
Common uses
- •Numbered step or chapter labeling in plain text
- •Badge-style item numbering in app or website UI mockups
- •Option markers in forms or surveys when you want a circled look
- •Indexing entries in documents, handouts, or schedules
- •Design accents for posters, slides, and social media text
Examples
㊳ Circled Number Thirty Eight
- ㊳Episode ㊳: The Quiet Interview
- ㊳Choose option ㊳ to continue.
- ㊳Step ㊳: Review and confirm your details.
- ㊳Item ㊳ is currently in progress.
- ㊳Badge ㊳ awarded for completion.
Variations
Technical codes
| Unicode | U+32B3 | |
| HTML Entity | ㊳ | |
| HTML Code | ㊳ | |
| CSS | \32B3 | |
| Alt Code | Alt + 12979 | |
| Decimal | 12979 |
How to type Circled Number Thirty Eight Letter (㊳)
On Windows
Hold Alt and type 12979 on the numeric keypad. In Word, type 32B3 then press Alt + X.
On Mac
Switch to the Unicode Hex Input keyboard, then hold Option and type 32B3. Or press Control + Command + Space and search.
On Linux
Press Control + Shift + U, type 32b3, then press Enter or Space.
Anywhere
Copy ㊳ 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 Number Thirty Eight letter mean?
㊳ is a typographic symbol that represents the number 38 enclosed in a circle. As an “enclosed & circled” character, it’s commonly used for UI-like labeling without needing images or special fonts. You’ll often see it used to mark a specific item in a sequence, to create numbered badges, or to indicate an option number in a clean, standardized way. In many contexts, its meaning is simply the numeral 38 presented as a circled marker, rather than a standalone concept beyond numbering.
What Unicode character is ㊳?
㊳ is named CIRCLED NUMBER THIRTY EIGHT and has the code point U+32B3.
How do I copy ㊳ into code or HTML?
You can use the literal character ㊳, or use HTML entity ㊳ (from the provided html entity), or escape sequences like \\32B3 / \\u{32B3}.
Will ㊳ display correctly on all devices?
It should work anywhere Unicode is supported, but the exact appearance can vary by font. If you need consistent styling, test with your target fonts.
Is ㊳ the same as a normal number 38?
It represents the number 38, but with a circled enclosure. Visually, it’s used like a numbered badge rather than plain digits.