Gurmukhi Letter U Letter
ਉ is the Gurmukhi Letter U used in Punjabi writing.
U+0A09
The symbol ਉ is a Gurmukhi character used for writing Punjabi. This page helps you copy it reliably and use the correct Unicode value in your projects.
Gurmukhi Letter U Letter Meaning
ਉ (Unicode U+0A09) is the GURMUKHI LETTER U from the Gurmukhi (Punjabi) script. Like other letters in this writing system, it appears as part of words in Punjabi text. When you type or paste it, ensure your font and encoding support Gurmukhi so it renders correctly. For developers, use the exact Unicode code point or the provided escapes to avoid substitution by similar-looking Latin characters. This character is commonly encountered in Punjabi spelling and names where the “u” sound or letter pattern is present.
Common uses
- •Typing Punjabi text in chat, notes, or documents
- •Adding Punjabi letters in websites and blog posts
- •Correctly rendering Punjabi names or terms in forms and search boxes
- •Designing posters or social media graphics with Gurmukhi typography
- •Preparing multilingual content with proper Unicode encoding
Examples
ਉ (Gurmukhi Letter U) - Copy & Unicode Info
- ਉਉਹ ਆਇਆ
- ਉਉਮੀਦ
- ਉਸੁਪਰਵਾਈਜ਼ਰ
- ਉਉੱਤਰ
- ਉਉਹਨਾਂ
Variations
Technical codes
| Unicode | U+0A09 | |
| HTML Entity | ਉ | |
| HTML Code | ਉ | |
| CSS | \0A09 | |
| Alt Code | Alt + 2569 | |
| Decimal | 2569 |
How to type Gurmukhi Letter U Letter (ਉ)
On Windows
Hold Alt and type 2569 on the numeric keypad. In Word, type 0A09 then press Alt + X.
On Mac
Switch to the Unicode Hex Input keyboard, then hold Option and type 0A09. Or press Control + Command + Space and search.
On Linux
Press Control + Shift + U, type 0a09, then press Enter or Space.
Anywhere
Copy ਉ 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 U letter mean?
ਉ (Unicode U+0A09) is the GURMUKHI LETTER U from the Gurmukhi (Punjabi) script. Like other letters in this writing system, it appears as part of words in Punjabi text. When you type or paste it, ensure your font and encoding support Gurmukhi so it renders correctly. For developers, use the exact Unicode code point or the provided escapes to avoid substitution by similar-looking Latin characters. This character is commonly encountered in Punjabi spelling and names where the “u” sound or letter pattern is present.
What is the Unicode code point for ਉ?
ਉ is U+0A09 (GURMUKHI LETTER U).
How can I copy the exact character?
Copy the character directly as shown: ਉ. For code, use the provided escapes like \\u{0A09} or \\0A09.
What HTML entity can I use for ਉ?
You can use the HTML entity: ਉ.
Will it display correctly on all devices?
It should display correctly when the font and encoding support Gurmukhi. If it doesn’t render, try a Gurmukhi-capable font.