Hebrew Letter Samekh Letter
ס (Samekh) is the Hebrew letter ס, Unicode U+05E1, used in Hebrew spelling and names.
U+05E1
ס is the Hebrew letter Samekh, written as a single character. It has a standard Unicode code point and common digital copy options. This page helps you use it correctly in text, design, and development.
Hebrew Letter Samekh Letter Meaning
Samekh (ס) is the name of this Hebrew letter in the Hebrew alphabet. In written Hebrew, letters represent sounds and are used to form words; Samekh appears in many everyday terms, grammatical constructions, and proper names. Visually, it’s a compact character that is often placed alongside other Hebrew letters without spaces. In digital contexts, the most important aspect is using the correct character so it renders consistently across platforms. The Unicode code point for ס is U+05E1 (HTML entity: ס).
Common uses
- •Typing Hebrew text in messages, emails, and documents
- •Using in titles, names, or labels that include the letter Samekh
- •Designing posters, logos, or typography samples that require Hebrew characters
- •Programming or templating where a specific Unicode character must be output reliably
- •Creating study materials or keyboard/copy charts for the Hebrew alphabet
Examples
ס — Hebrew Letter Samekh
- ססֵפֶר
- ססַל
- סמְסַפֵּר
- ססוּמֵךְ
- סשָׁלוֹם ס
Variations
Technical codes
| Unicode | U+05E1 | |
| HTML Entity | ס | |
| HTML Code | ס | |
| CSS | \05E1 | |
| Alt Code | Alt + 1505 | |
| Decimal | 1505 |
How to type Hebrew Letter Samekh Letter (ס)
On Windows
Hold Alt and type 1505 on the numeric keypad. In Word, type 05E1 then press Alt + X.
On Mac
Switch to the Unicode Hex Input keyboard, then hold Option and type 05E1. Or press Control + Command + Space and search.
On Linux
Press Control + Shift + U, type 05e1, then press Enter or Space.
Anywhere
Copy ס 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 Hebrew Letter Samekh letter mean?
Samekh (ס) is the name of this Hebrew letter in the Hebrew alphabet. In written Hebrew, letters represent sounds and are used to form words; Samekh appears in many everyday terms, grammatical constructions, and proper names. Visually, it’s a compact character that is often placed alongside other Hebrew letters without spaces. In digital contexts, the most important aspect is using the correct character so it renders consistently across platforms. The Unicode code point for ס is U+05E1 (HTML entity: ס).
What is the Unicode code point for ס?
The Hebrew letter Samekh (ס) has Unicode code point U+05E1.
How can I copy ס reliably for web pages?
You can copy the character directly or use the HTML entity: ס.
What escape sequence works in JavaScript?
Use \\u{05E1} (with braces) or an equivalent Unicode escape supported by your environment.
Is ס always the same letter across fonts?
The character is the same, but its appearance can vary by font. The underlying character remains ס (U+05E1).