Hebrew Point Hiriq Letter
ִ is the Hebrew Point Hiriq (U+05B4), a niqqud vowel mark used with Hebrew letters.
U+05B4
The symbol ִ is the Hebrew Point Hiriq. It’s a combining niqqud mark used to indicate the “i” vowel quality with Hebrew letters. You can copy it directly or use its code point in your code.
Hebrew Point Hiriq Letter Meaning
Hebrew Point Hiriq (Unicode U+05B4) is a niqqud combining mark. Because it’s a combining character, it typically appears visually attached to the preceding Hebrew letter rather than standing alone. In Hebrew texts that use vowel marks, Hiriq helps clarify pronunciation by indicating a vowel sound similar to “i/ee.” When you insert it into text editors, websites, or document software, ensure it is placed immediately after the relevant Hebrew letter. In HTML, you can use the entity ִ or insert the Unicode character directly.
Common uses
- •Adding vowel pronunciation marks to Hebrew text in digital publishing
- •Correctly displaying niqqud in educational materials and language study
- •Annotating Hebrew strings for accessibility-friendly pronunciation in apps
- •Preparing typography for Hebrew proofreading, transcription, or indexing
- •Creating accurate content templates that must include vowel marks
Examples
ִ Hebrew Point Hiriq (U+05B4)
- ִבִּן
- ִמִצְוָה
- ִשִׁיר
- ִדִּבֵּר
- ִכִּתֵּב
Variations
Technical codes
| Unicode | U+05B4 | |
| HTML Entity | ִ | |
| HTML Code | ִ | |
| CSS | \05B4 | |
| Alt Code | Alt + 1460 | |
| Decimal | 1460 |
How to type Hebrew Point Hiriq Letter (ִ)
On Windows
Hold Alt and type 1460 on the numeric keypad. In Word, type 05B4 then press Alt + X.
On Mac
Switch to the Unicode Hex Input keyboard, then hold Option and type 05B4. Or press Control + Command + Space and search.
On Linux
Press Control + Shift + U, type 05b4, 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 Hebrew Point Hiriq letter mean?
Hebrew Point Hiriq (Unicode U+05B4) is a niqqud combining mark. Because it’s a combining character, it typically appears visually attached to the preceding Hebrew letter rather than standing alone. In Hebrew texts that use vowel marks, Hiriq helps clarify pronunciation by indicating a vowel sound similar to “i/ee.” When you insert it into text editors, websites, or document software, ensure it is placed immediately after the relevant Hebrew letter. In HTML, you can use the entity ִ or insert the Unicode character directly.
Is ִ a standalone character or a combining mark?
ִ is a combining mark (Hebrew Point Hiriq). It’s meant to be placed after a Hebrew letter so it renders attached to that letter.
What is the Unicode code point for the Hebrew Point Hiriq?
The Unicode code point is U+05B4.
How can I insert it in HTML?
You can use the character directly, or use the HTML entity ִ.
How do I encode it in CSS or JavaScript?
CSS escape: \\05B4. JavaScript (Unicode escape): \\u{05B4}.