Kannada Letter Gha Letter
ಘ is the Kannada letter Gha (U+0C98) used in writing words in the Kannada script.
U+0C98
The symbol ಘ is a Kannada letter from the Unicode block for Kannada. If you’re typing, designing, or coding in Kannada, this character helps represent the sound “gha” as part of words. Use the copy options below to insert it into text, web pages, or interfaces.
Kannada Letter Gha Letter Meaning
ಘ is the Kannada letter named “Gha” (Unicode U+0C98). In Kannada writing, it represents a consonant sound commonly described as “gha,” used as part of the spelling of words and proper names. Like other letters in Brahmi-derived scripts, it contributes to the syllable structure of Kannada. When you see ಘ in printed or digital Kannada text, it functions as an independent letter within the script (and may combine with other marks depending on the word). For accurate rendering, use fonts that support Kannada characters and ensure your input encoding is Unicode (UTF-8).
Common uses
- •Typing Kannada words that require the “gha” consonant sound
- •Writing or labeling names and places in Kannada
- •Designing Kannada typography, signage, or UI text that includes ಘ
- •Creating content for education materials teaching Kannada script
- •Using the character in web or app text that supports Kannada (Unicode U+0C98)
Examples
ಘ | Kannada Letter Gha (U+0C98)
- ಘಘಟಕ
- ಘಘರ
- ಘಘೋಷಣೆ
- ಘಘನ
- ಘಘಂಟೆ
Variations
Technical codes
| Unicode | U+0C98 | |
| HTML Entity | ಘ | |
| HTML Code | ಘ | |
| CSS | \0C98 | |
| Alt Code | Alt + 3224 | |
| Decimal | 3224 |
How to type Kannada Letter Gha Letter (ಘ)
On Windows
Hold Alt and type 3224 on the numeric keypad. In Word, type 0C98 then press Alt + X.
On Mac
Switch to the Unicode Hex Input keyboard, then hold Option and type 0C98. Or press Control + Command + Space and search.
On Linux
Press Control + Shift + U, type 0c98, then press Enter or Space.
Anywhere
Copy ಘ 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 Kannada Letter Gha letter mean?
ಘ is the Kannada letter named “Gha” (Unicode U+0C98). In Kannada writing, it represents a consonant sound commonly described as “gha,” used as part of the spelling of words and proper names. Like other letters in Brahmi-derived scripts, it contributes to the syllable structure of Kannada. When you see ಘ in printed or digital Kannada text, it functions as an independent letter within the script (and may combine with other marks depending on the word). For accurate rendering, use fonts that support Kannada characters and ensure your input encoding is Unicode (UTF-8).
What Unicode character is ಘ?
ಘ is the Kannada Letter Gha with Unicode code point U+0C98.
How can I copy ಘ into my text or editor?
Copy the character directly from this page, or use the provided HTML/Unicode forms like the Unicode code point U+0C98.
Will it display correctly on all devices?
It should display wherever fonts support Kannada. If you see a box or missing glyph, switch to a font that includes Kannada characters.
Is ಘ the same as any Latin “gh” character?
No. ಘ is a Kannada script letter (U+0C98). It’s not the Latin letter “G” or “H,” but it represents the “gha” sound in Kannada spelling.