Gujarati Sign Sukun Letter
ૺ (Gujarati Sign Sukun, U+0AFA) is a Gujarati combining sign used to mark a syllable ending.
U+0AFA
ૺ is the Gujarati Sign Sukun character in the Gujarati block. It’s primarily used in Gujarati writing systems where diacritics shape pronunciation and syllable structure. You can copy it directly or use its Unicode code point U+0AFA.
Gujarati Sign Sukun Letter Meaning
Gujarati Sign Sukun (ૺ) is a Unicode character with code point U+0AFA. As a Gujarati diacritic-like sign, it is used to indicate a syllable ending, often affecting how the final consonant is pronounced or held without an extra vowel sound. Like many script-specific signs, it is most meaningful when placed in context within Gujarati text, where it interacts with surrounding letters and vowel patterns. When copying or generating text, keep the character order correct so it displays properly with the intended Gujarati letters and shaping behavior.
Common uses
- •Typing or editing Gujarati text where the sukun sign is required for correct pronunciation
- •Correcting misspellings in Gujarati content (especially word endings) by adding or adjusting the sign
- •Adding proper diacritics in digital signage, subtitles, or captions written in Gujarati
- •Formatting Gujarati educational materials that demonstrate accurate spelling and reading
- •Creating or validating Unicode text in software that supports Gujarati script
Examples
ૺ Gujarati Sign Sukun (U+0AFA)
- ૺગુજરાતી લખાણમાં જરૂર મુજબ સુકુંન ચિહ્ન (ૺ) નો ઉપયોગ કરો.
- ૺતેણે શબ્દના અંતે યોગ્ય રીતે ૺ ઉમેર્યું.
- ૺઆ વાક્યમાં અંતિમ સ્વર ધ્વનિ માટે ૺ દર્શાવાયું છે.
- ૺબેઠક ના બદલે લખાણ સુધારવા માટે ૺ દાખલ કરો.
- ૺશિક્ષણ સામગ્રી માટે Gujarati sukun (ૺ) સાથેનો શબ્દ ચકાસો.
Variations
Technical codes
| Unicode | U+0AFA | |
| HTML Entity | ૺ | |
| HTML Code | ૺ | |
| CSS | \0AFA | |
| Alt Code | Alt + 2810 | |
| Decimal | 2810 |
How to type Gujarati Sign Sukun Letter (ૺ)
On Windows
Hold Alt and type 2810 on the numeric keypad. In Word, type 0AFA then press Alt + X.
On Mac
Switch to the Unicode Hex Input keyboard, then hold Option and type 0AFA. Or press Control + Command + Space and search.
On Linux
Press Control + Shift + U, type 0afa, 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 Sukun letter mean?
Gujarati Sign Sukun (ૺ) is a Unicode character with code point U+0AFA. As a Gujarati diacritic-like sign, it is used to indicate a syllable ending, often affecting how the final consonant is pronounced or held without an extra vowel sound. Like many script-specific signs, it is most meaningful when placed in context within Gujarati text, where it interacts with surrounding letters and vowel patterns. When copying or generating text, keep the character order correct so it displays properly with the intended Gujarati letters and shaping behavior.
What is the Unicode code point for ૺ?
ૺ is U+0AFA, named “GUJARATI SIGN SUKUN”.
How can I copy the symbol reliably?
Copy the character “ૺ” directly from this page. You can also use the HTML entity ૺ or the escapes like \\0AFA / \\u{0AFA} in code.
Is ૺ a standalone letter or a combining sign?
ૺ is used as a Gujarati sign in script context (a diacritic-like character), so it works with surrounding Gujarati letters to affect syllable pronunciation.
Why might ૺ not display correctly in my app?
Display issues can happen if the font doesn’t support the Gujarati block. Try a Unicode/Gujarati-capable font and ensure the character is kept in the correct position within the word.