Gujarati Sign Shadda Letter
ૻ is the Gujarati Sign Shadda (U+0AFB), used in Gujarati writing to mark specific pronunciation behavior.
U+0AFB
ૻ is a Gujarati punctuation/diacritic sign known as the Gujarati Sign Shadda. It has a defined Unicode code point and can be copied directly or added using common escape formats in HTML, CSS, and JavaScript. Use this page to quickly find the right character and identifiers.
Gujarati Sign Shadda Letter Meaning
Gujarati Sign Shadda (ૻ) is a character used in Gujarati script to indicate a pronunciation or phonetic effect associated with the sound it modifies. In practice, it appears in written Gujarati text as part of the orthographic system for marking how a letter is read, similar in concept to other script signs that refine pronunciation beyond the base letters. When you insert it into text, ensure it is placed in the correct order relative to the surrounding Gujarati characters, since diacritic-style signs can affect how a line is rendered. For technical work, the Unicode information for U+0AFB is the most reliable reference.
Common uses
- •Copying a proper Gujarati word or phrase that includes the Shadda sign
- •Typing Gujarati text in documents or editors that support Unicode
- •Designing UI text, labels, or forms in Gujarati where correct diacritics matter
- •Adding the character in web content using Unicode escapes or HTML entities
- •Transcribing Gujarati names, titles, or quotations accurately in publishing
Examples
ૻ Gujarati Sign Shadda
- ૻગુજારાતી અક્ષરોમાં ષણ્/શબ્દનો ઉચ્ચાર દર્શાવવા માટે શાદ્ધા (ૻ) નો ઉપયોગ
- ૻકોઈ વાક્યમાં યોગ્ય રીતે મુકાયેલુંૻ ચિહ્ન સાથે વાંચન સરળ બને છે
- ૻદસ્તાવેજમાં ગુજરાતી ટેક્સ્ટ નાખતી વખતે ઔપચારિક સ્પેલિંગ માટે વાપરો:ૻ
- ૻબેનર અથવા પોસ્ટરના લખાણમાં Gujarati Sign Shadda (ૻ) રાખો
- ૻકોડમાં યુનિકોડ: U+0AFB માટે યોગ્ય સ્થાન પર દાખલ કરો: ૻ
Variations
Technical codes
| Unicode | U+0AFB | |
| HTML Entity | ૻ | |
| HTML Code | ૻ | |
| CSS | \0AFB | |
| Alt Code | Alt + 2811 | |
| Decimal | 2811 |
How to type Gujarati Sign Shadda Letter (ૻ)
On Windows
Hold Alt and type 2811 on the numeric keypad. In Word, type 0AFB then press Alt + X.
On Mac
Switch to the Unicode Hex Input keyboard, then hold Option and type 0AFB. Or press Control + Command + Space and search.
On Linux
Press Control + Shift + U, type 0afb, 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 Gujarati Sign Shadda letter mean?
Gujarati Sign Shadda (ૻ) is a character used in Gujarati script to indicate a pronunciation or phonetic effect associated with the sound it modifies. In practice, it appears in written Gujarati text as part of the orthographic system for marking how a letter is read, similar in concept to other script signs that refine pronunciation beyond the base letters. When you insert it into text, ensure it is placed in the correct order relative to the surrounding Gujarati characters, since diacritic-style signs can affect how a line is rendered. For technical work, the Unicode information for U+0AFB is the most reliable reference.
What is the Unicode code point for Gujarati Sign Shadda (ૻ)?
It is U+0AFB.
How can I copy the character easily for use in text or design?
Use the character shown on this page (ૻ) and paste it directly into your document or design tool.
What HTML and code escapes can I use for this symbol?
HTML entity: ૻ CSS escape: \\0AFB JavaScript escape: \\u{0AFB}.
Does the symbol work as a diacritic in Gujarati text?
Yes—like other script signs that modify how letters are pronounced, it is typically placed in relation to surrounding Gujarati characters so the intended reading is preserved.