Ethiopic Syllable Baa Letter
ባ is the Ethiopic syllable Baa, represented by Unicode code point U+1263.
U+1263
You can use ባ to type or design text in the Ethiopic writing system. This page provides reliable Unicode and copy/paste options so it displays correctly across apps and browsers.
Ethiopic Syllable Baa Letter Meaning
ባ is the Ethiopian syllabary character named “ETHIOPIC SYLLABLE BAA” with Unicode code point U+1263. In practical writing, it functions as a standalone syllable character within Ethiopic script text. When you’re building multilingual documents, messaging, or UI elements that include Ethiopic characters, using the exact Unicode character helps prevent missing-glyph problems. For web and software development, you can insert ባ directly or use its escapes (HTML entity, CSS escape, or JavaScript Unicode escape) to ensure consistent rendering even when the font or input method varies.
Common uses
- •Copy/pasting into social media posts or chat messages that include Ethiopic text
- •Typing Ethiopic script in documents, notes, and educational materials
- •Rendering Ethiopic characters in web design and landing pages
- •Using ባ in UI labels, buttons, or metadata fields for multilingual interfaces
- •Including the character in subtitles, captions, or transcription workflows
Examples
ባ (Ethiopic Syllable Baa) — Copy & Unicode Info
- ባባ ባ ባ
- ባገባ ባለቤት
- ባቀጥታ ባ
- ባባ እንዴት ነው?
- ባዛሬ ባ ነው
Variations
Technical codes
| Unicode | U+1263 | |
| HTML Entity | ባ | |
| HTML Code | ባ | |
| CSS | \1263 |
FAQ
What does the Ethiopic Syllable Baa letter mean?
ባ is the Ethiopian syllabary character named “ETHIOPIC SYLLABLE BAA” with Unicode code point U+1263. In practical writing, it functions as a standalone syllable character within Ethiopic script text. When you’re building multilingual documents, messaging, or UI elements that include Ethiopic characters, using the exact Unicode character helps prevent missing-glyph problems. For web and software development, you can insert ባ directly or use its escapes (HTML entity, CSS escape, or JavaScript Unicode escape) to ensure consistent rendering even when the font or input method varies.
What is the Unicode code point for ባ?
The character ባ is ETHIOPIC SYLLABLE BAA with Unicode code point U+1263.
How can I copy ባ reliably for web pages?
You can copy the character directly or use the HTML entity ባ for consistent insertion in HTML.
What escapes can I use in CSS or JavaScript?
CSS escape: \\1263. JavaScript escape: \\u{1263}.
Why might ባ not display correctly on my device?
Some fonts may not include Ethiopic glyphs. Using the correct Unicode character (U+1263) helps, but you may also need a font that supports Ethiopic script.