Ethiopic Syllable Kxwe Letter
ዅ is an Ethiopic syllable character with Unicode code point U+12C5.
U+12C5
ዅ is a Unicode character from the Ethiopic writing system. This page helps you copy it reliably and use the correct code point in HTML, CSS, and JavaScript.
Ethiopic Syllable Kxwe Letter Meaning
ዅ is the Ethiopic syllable known in Unicode as “ETHIOPIC SYLLABLE KXWE” (U+12C5). As an Ethiopic character, it represents a specific syllabic unit used in languages that write with the Ethiopic (Ge’ez/Ethiopic) script. In practical terms, it’s used like other Ethiopic letters: you include it as part of words, names, or text content where the syllable occurs. For developers and designers, the main “meaning” is its identity in the character set—so you can render it correctly by using its Unicode code point and the provided escape sequences.
Common uses
- •Typing or composing Ethiopic text where the specific syllable ዅ is required
- •Correctly displaying names or terms in localization and translation tools
- •UI labels and form content for Ethiopic-language interfaces
- •Designing posters, flyers, or documents that must match exact spelling
- •Copying the character into chat, social posts, or spreadsheets without substitution
Examples
ዅ — Ethiopic syllable kxwe (U+12C5)
- ዅዅ ምሳሌ
- ዅይህ ቃል ዅ ይዟል
- ዅስም: ዅ
- ዅዅ ልዩ ፊደል
- ዅበጽሑፍ ዅ ይታይ
Variations
Technical codes
| Unicode | U+12C5 | |
| HTML Entity | ዅ | |
| HTML Code | ዅ | |
| CSS | \12C5 | |
| Alt Code | Alt + 4805 | |
| Decimal | 4805 |
How to type Ethiopic Syllable Kxwe Letter (ዅ)
On Windows
Hold Alt and type 4805 on the numeric keypad. In Word, type 12C5 then press Alt + X.
On Mac
Switch to the Unicode Hex Input keyboard, then hold Option and type 12C5. Or press Control + Command + Space and search.
On Linux
Press Control + Shift + U, type 12c5, then press Enter or Space.
Anywhere
Copy ዅ 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 Ethiopic Syllable Kxwe letter mean?
ዅ is the Ethiopic syllable known in Unicode as “ETHIOPIC SYLLABLE KXWE” (U+12C5). As an Ethiopic character, it represents a specific syllabic unit used in languages that write with the Ethiopic (Ge’ez/Ethiopic) script. In practical terms, it’s used like other Ethiopic letters: you include it as part of words, names, or text content where the syllable occurs. For developers and designers, the main “meaning” is its identity in the character set—so you can render it correctly by using its Unicode code point and the provided escape sequences.
What is the Unicode code point for ዅ?
The Unicode code point for ዅ is U+12C5.
How can I copy ዅ into HTML?
Use the HTML entity: ዅ
What CSS escape should I use for ዅ?
Use: \\12C5
What JavaScript escape can I use for ዅ?
Use: \\u{12C5}