Gurmukhi Letter Sha Letter
The Gurmukhi letter ਸ਼ (Sha), Unicode U+0A36, used in Punjabi Gurmukhi writing.
U+0A36
ਸ਼ is the Gurmukhi letter Sha, a core character in Punjabi (Gurmukhi) text. If you need to copy it for documents, UI, or web content, this page provides reliable Unicode and escape sequences.
Gurmukhi Letter Sha Letter Meaning
ਸ਼ (Gurmukhi Letter Sha) is a consonant letter used in the Gurmukhi script for writing Punjabi. Like other letters in the Gurmukhi block, it represents a specific sound value in the language and is used as part of words rather than as punctuation or a standalone sign. You may see ਸ਼ in native Punjabi spelling, in transliterated text that preserves Gurmukhi characters, and in content such as names, place words, and everyday terms. Because it has a specific Unicode code point (U+0A36), using the correct character avoids mis-encoded text and font issues.
Common uses
- •Typing or copying Punjabi words written in Gurmukhi script
- •Correctly rendering Punjabi text in websites and apps
- •Preparing subtitles, captions, and social media posts in Punjabi
- •Using the character in educational materials for Gurmukhi literacy
- •Generating accurate digital content for names and labels in Punjabi
Examples
ਸ਼ — Gurmukhi Letter Sha (U+0A36)
- ਸ਼ਸ਼ਹਿਰ
- ਸ਼ਸ਼ਬਦ
- ਸ਼ਸ਼ੁਰੂ
- ਸ਼ਸ਼ਾਂਤੀ
- ਸ਼ਮੁੱਖ ਸ਼ਬਦ
Variations
Technical codes
| Unicode | U+0A36 | |
| HTML Entity | ਸ਼ | |
| HTML Code | ਸ਼ | |
| CSS | \0A36 | |
| Alt Code | Alt + 2614 | |
| Decimal | 2614 |
How to type Gurmukhi Letter Sha Letter (ਸ਼)
On Windows
Hold Alt and type 2614 on the numeric keypad. In Word, type 0A36 then press Alt + X.
On Mac
Switch to the Unicode Hex Input keyboard, then hold Option and type 0A36. Or press Control + Command + Space and search.
On Linux
Press Control + Shift + U, type 0a36, then press Enter or Space.
Anywhere
Copy ਸ਼ 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 Sha letter mean?
ਸ਼ (Gurmukhi Letter Sha) is a consonant letter used in the Gurmukhi script for writing Punjabi. Like other letters in the Gurmukhi block, it represents a specific sound value in the language and is used as part of words rather than as punctuation or a standalone sign. You may see ਸ਼ in native Punjabi spelling, in transliterated text that preserves Gurmukhi characters, and in content such as names, place words, and everyday terms. Because it has a specific Unicode code point (U+0A36), using the correct character avoids mis-encoded text and font issues.
What is the Unicode code point for ਸ਼?
The character ਸ਼ is Unicode U+0A36 (GURMUKHI LETTER SHA).
How can I copy ਸ਼ into HTML?
Use the HTML entity: ਸ਼.
How do I include ਸ਼ in CSS?
Use the CSS escape sequence: \\0A36.
How do I include ਸ਼ in JavaScript strings?
You can use the Unicode escape: \\u{0A36}.