Gurmukhi Letter Dda Letter
ਡ (Gurmukhi Letter DDA) is a Punjabi script letter used in writing Gurmukhi words.
U+0A21
ਡ is a character from the Gurmukhi (Punjabi) writing system. It has the Unicode code point U+0A21 and can be copied or encoded for use in web and software projects.
Gurmukhi Letter Dda Letter Meaning
ਡ is the Gurmukhi letter named DDA (Unicode: U+0A21). In written Punjabi, Gurmukhi letters represent specific sounds, and ਡ corresponds to the retroflex “ḍ” type pronunciation category in the script. You’ll see ਡ as part of common word spellings in Gurmukhi-based Punjabi text. This character is useful when you need accurate Unicode text for Punjabi content, including names, articles, menus, forms, and subtitles. Because it is a distinct Unicode character (not a visual variant of another letter), the safest way to include it is by copying it directly or using the provided HTML/CSS/JavaScript escapes.
Common uses
- •Copying Punjabi (Gurmukhi) text for messages, documents, and comments
- •Displaying correctly encoded Punjabi titles, headings, and labels on websites
- •Typing Punjabi names and words in forms and user interfaces
- •Preparing subtitles, captions, or transcripts that require exact Unicode characters
- •Using the correct Gurmukhi character in software localization and data entry
Examples
ਡ (Gurmukhi Letter DDA) — Copy & Unicode Info
- ਡਡਾਕਟਰ
- ਡਧੰਨਵਾਦ ਅਤੇ ਆਦਾਬ
- ਡਕਿਰਪਾ ਕਰਕੇ
- ਡਮੇਰਾ ਨਾਂ ਡੇਵੀ ਹੈ
- ਡਸ਼ਹਿਰ ਦਾ ਨਾਂ ਡੱਲਾ
Variations
Technical codes
| Unicode | U+0A21 | |
| HTML Entity | ਡ | |
| HTML Code | ਡ | |
| CSS | \0A21 | |
| Alt Code | Alt + 2593 | |
| Decimal | 2593 |
How to type Gurmukhi Letter Dda Letter (ਡ)
On Windows
Hold Alt and type 2593 on the numeric keypad. In Word, type 0A21 then press Alt + X.
On Mac
Switch to the Unicode Hex Input keyboard, then hold Option and type 0A21. Or press Control + Command + Space and search.
On Linux
Press Control + Shift + U, type 0a21, then press Enter or Space.
Anywhere
Copy ਡ 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 Gurmukhi Letter Dda letter mean?
ਡ is the Gurmukhi letter named DDA (Unicode: U+0A21). In written Punjabi, Gurmukhi letters represent specific sounds, and ਡ corresponds to the retroflex “ḍ” type pronunciation category in the script. You’ll see ਡ as part of common word spellings in Gurmukhi-based Punjabi text. This character is useful when you need accurate Unicode text for Punjabi content, including names, articles, menus, forms, and subtitles. Because it is a distinct Unicode character (not a visual variant of another letter), the safest way to include it is by copying it directly or using the provided HTML/CSS/JavaScript escapes.
What is the Unicode code point for ਡ?
The Unicode code point for ਡ is U+0A21 (GURMUKHI LETTER DDA).
How can I copy and use ਡ in HTML?
You can use the HTML entity: ਡ (as provided for this character).
What is the CSS escape for this character?
The CSS escape is \\0A21.
How do I insert ਡ in JavaScript?
Use the provided JavaScript escape: \\u{0A21}.