Ethiopic Syllable Qhu Letter
ቑ (Ethiopic Syllable Qhu) is a Ge’ez/Ethiopic script syllable used to form syllabic writing.
U+1251
ቑ is the Ethiopic syllable named “Qhu” in Unicode. It belongs to the Ethiopic writing system and can be copied directly for text, labels, and digital typography.
Ethiopic Syllable Qhu Letter Meaning
ቑ is the Unicode character “ETHIOPIC SYLLABLE QHU” with code point U+1251. As an Ethiopic (Ge’ez-derived) syllable, it represents a specific syllabic sound in Ethiopic writing. In practice, you’ll encounter it as part of words and names written in Ethiopic script, rather than as a standalone punctuation mark or symbol. For digital use, it’s mainly important for correct character rendering, searching, and accurate text entry. When working with fonts or localization, ensure your environment supports Ethiopic characters so the syllable displays correctly.
Common uses
- •Typing Ethiopic-script text in documents, notes, and messaging
- •Creating correct labels or UI text for localization and language support
- •Properly copying names or words that include the “qhu” syllable
- •Building searchable content where exact Unicode character matching matters
- •Designing posters, badges, or social media graphics with Ethiopic typography
Examples
ቑ Ethiopic Syllable Qhu
- ቑቑ ምሳሌ
- ቑይቅርታ ቑ እባክዎ
- ቑቤት ቑ ተጨማሪ ጽሑፍ
- ቑስም: ቑ ፈቃድ
- ቑእቲ ቑ በጽሑፍ ውስጥ ይታይ
Variations
Technical codes
| Unicode | U+1251 | |
| HTML Entity | ቑ | |
| HTML Code | ቑ | |
| CSS | \1251 | |
| Alt Code | Alt + 4689 | |
| Decimal | 4689 |
How to type Ethiopic Syllable Qhu Letter (ቑ)
On Windows
Hold Alt and type 4689 on the numeric keypad. In Word, type 1251 then press Alt + X.
On Mac
Switch to the Unicode Hex Input keyboard, then hold Option and type 1251. Or press Control + Command + Space and search.
On Linux
Press Control + Shift + U, type 1251, then press Enter or Space.
Anywhere
Copy ቑ 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 Qhu letter mean?
ቑ is the Unicode character “ETHIOPIC SYLLABLE QHU” with code point U+1251. As an Ethiopic (Ge’ez-derived) syllable, it represents a specific syllabic sound in Ethiopic writing. In practice, you’ll encounter it as part of words and names written in Ethiopic script, rather than as a standalone punctuation mark or symbol. For digital use, it’s mainly important for correct character rendering, searching, and accurate text entry. When working with fonts or localization, ensure your environment supports Ethiopic characters so the syllable displays correctly.
What is the Unicode name and code point for ቑ?
The Unicode name is “ETHIOPIC SYLLABLE QHU” and the code point is U+1251.
How can I copy ቑ from this page?
Select and copy the character “ቑ” directly, or use the visual variants shown in the copy variations.
Can I paste ቑ using HTML, CSS, or JavaScript escapes?
Yes. HTML entity: ቑ. CSS escape: \\1251. JavaScript escape: \\u{1251}.
Why does ቑ sometimes not display correctly?
If the font or system you’re using doesn’t support Ethiopic characters, the glyph may not render. Try a Unicode-capable font.