Kannada Letter I Letter
ಇ is the Kannada letter I, used as a vowel character in Kannada words.
U+0C87
The symbol ಇ is a letter from the Kannada script. It represents the “I” vowel sound as part of Kannada spelling. Use it for accurate text, fonts, and UI localization.
Kannada Letter I Letter Meaning
ಇ (U+0C87) is the Kannada letter “I” (Kannada letter I). Like other letters in the Kannada script, it functions as a vowel element within words, contributing to how syllables are formed and pronounced. You’ll most often encounter it as a standalone vowel letter in Kannada spelling. When copying text, especially for labels, names, or content published in Kannada, using the exact Unicode character U+0C87 helps avoid incorrect glyphs or replacement characters. This symbol is also useful in developer workflows where precise character encoding matters.
Common uses
- •Typing or copying Kannada text that includes the vowel I sound
- •Localizing app and website UI strings into Kannada
- •Rendering correct names, place names, and labels containing ಇ
- •Designing posters, signage, and social media text in Kannada
- •Developing multilingual content where Unicode accuracy is required
Examples
ಇ | Kannada Letter I (U+0C87)
- ಇಇದು ಕನ್ನಡ ಪಠ್ಯ
- ಇನಿನ್ನ ಹೆಸರು ಇನ್ನು
- ಇಇಂದು ಬೆಳಿಗ್ಗೆ
- ಇಕನ್ನಡದ ಇ ಅಕ್ಷರ
- ಇಶುಭ ಇಚ್ಛೆಗಳು
Variations
Technical codes
| Unicode | U+0C87 | |
| HTML Entity | ಇ | |
| HTML Code | ಇ | |
| CSS | \0C87 |
FAQ
What does the Kannada Letter I letter mean?
ಇ (U+0C87) is the Kannada letter “I” (Kannada letter I). Like other letters in the Kannada script, it functions as a vowel element within words, contributing to how syllables are formed and pronounced. You’ll most often encounter it as a standalone vowel letter in Kannada spelling. When copying text, especially for labels, names, or content published in Kannada, using the exact Unicode character U+0C87 helps avoid incorrect glyphs or replacement characters. This symbol is also useful in developer workflows where precise character encoding matters.
What is the Unicode code point for ಇ?
The character ಇ is U+0C87.
How do I copy ಇ into my project?
Copy the character directly (ಇ). If you need escapes, use \\u{0C87} in JavaScript or \\0C87 in CSS as provided on this page.
What is the HTML entity for ಇ?
The HTML entity is ಇ.
Is ಇ the same as Latin letter I?
No. ಇ is a Kannada script letter (Kannada Letter I). It is not the Latin letter I.