Hebrew Punctuation Nun Hafukha Letter
׆ is the Hebrew punctuation nun hafukha character used in specific Hebrew punctuation contexts.
U+05C6
The symbol ׆ is known as the Hebrew punctuation nun hafukha. It has the Unicode code point U+05C6 and can be copied or generated directly in many tools. This page helps you understand, use, and reference it accurately.
Hebrew Punctuation Nun Hafukha Letter Meaning
׆ (U+05C6) is the Hebrew punctuation character called “nun hafukha” (literally “inverted nun”). In practice, it is used as a punctuation mark within Hebrew textual conventions rather than as a standard standalone letter in everyday writing. Depending on the text tradition or publishing context, it may appear in carefully typeset Hebrew content where punctuation and special signs are required. When you need this character for correct typography—such as editing a Hebrew document, adding proper marks in digital text, or matching a source layout—use the exact Unicode character to avoid lookalikes.
Common uses
- •Copying the exact punctuation mark into a Hebrew text editor or document
- •Correctly reproducing a source document’s typography in proofreading and editing
- •Adding specialized Hebrew punctuation to web or app content where it must match Unicode
- •Designing digital typography or layout previews that require the nun hafukha sign
- •Preparing text for scholarly or archival workflows that preserve exact characters
Examples
׆ Hebrew Punctuation Nun Hafukha
- ׆הטקסט כולל ׆ לציון סימן ניקוד ייחודי.
- ׆בעת ההעתקה השתמשו בתו ׆ ולא בגרסה דומה.
- ׆בקטע הערוך מופיעה ׆ בין חלקי הפסקה.
- ׆יש לוודא שהסימן ׆ נשמר גם לאחר הדבקה.
- ׆המסמך מציג ׆ כחלק מהפיסוק העברי.
Variations
Technical codes
| Unicode | U+05C6 | |
| HTML Entity | ׆ | |
| HTML Code | ׆ | |
| CSS | \05C6 |
FAQ
What does the Hebrew Punctuation Nun Hafukha letter mean?
׆ (U+05C6) is the Hebrew punctuation character called “nun hafukha” (literally “inverted nun”). In practice, it is used as a punctuation mark within Hebrew textual conventions rather than as a standard standalone letter in everyday writing. Depending on the text tradition or publishing context, it may appear in carefully typeset Hebrew content where punctuation and special signs are required. When you need this character for correct typography—such as editing a Hebrew document, adding proper marks in digital text, or matching a source layout—use the exact Unicode character to avoid lookalikes.
What is the Unicode code point for ׆?
The Unicode code point for ׆ (Hebrew punctuation nun hafukha) is U+05C6.
How can I copy ׆ reliably?
Copy the character directly from this page, or generate it using the provided escapes: HTML ׆, CSS \\05C6, or JavaScript \\u{05C6}.
Is ׆ a regular Hebrew letter?
No. ׆ is categorized as Hebrew punctuation (Hebrew punctuation nun hafukha), not a typical standalone letter.
Will it look the same in every font?
Not always. The glyph appearance can vary by font, but using the correct Unicode character (U+05C6) ensures the right symbol is selected.