Kannada Letter Vocalic L Letter
ಌ is the Kannada letter called Vocalic L, encoded as U+0C8C.
U+0C8C
ಌ (U+0C8C) is a Kannada script letter used as part of writing in the Kannada language. This page helps you copy the exact character and use it correctly in text and code.
Kannada Letter Vocalic L Letter Meaning
ಌ is the Kannada letter “Vocalic L” (Unicode: U+0C8C). As a written character, it represents a specific vowel sound/phonetic role within Kannada orthography. Like other letters in the Kannada script, it’s used in forming words rather than as a standalone punctuation or symbol. If you’re typing Kannada text, rendering this character accurately ensures your spelling and display match the original source. For digital use, rely on its Unicode code point (U+0C8C) or the provided HTML/CSS/JavaScript escapes so the character appears correctly across platforms and fonts.
Common uses
- •Typing Kannada words that require the vowel letter “ಌ”
- •Copy/pasting Kannada text into documents, emails, and chat
- •Content creation for websites and apps that support Kannada
- •Typography and font testing to verify correct glyph rendering
- •Programming and localization work using Unicode-accurate strings
Examples
ಌ Kannada Letter Vocalic L (U+0C8C)
- ಌಌ ಅನ್ನು ಸರಿಯಾಗಿ ಟೈಪ್ ಮಾಡಿ.
- ಌಉದಾಹರಣೆಗೆ: ಌ-ಯೊಂದಿಗೆ ಕನ್ನಡ ಬರಹ.
- ಌಈ ಪದದಲ್ಲಿ ಌ ಅಕ್ಷರವಿದೆ.
- ಌಕನ್ನಡ ಪಠ್ಯದಲ್ಲಿ ಌ ಕಾಣಿಸುತ್ತದೆ.
- ಌU+0C8C: ಌ
Variations
Technical codes
| Unicode | U+0C8C | |
| HTML Entity | ಌ | |
| HTML Code | ಌ | |
| CSS | \0C8C | |
| Alt Code | Alt + 3212 | |
| Decimal | 3212 |
How to type Kannada Letter Vocalic L Letter (ಌ)
On Windows
Hold Alt and type 3212 on the numeric keypad. In Word, type 0C8C then press Alt + X.
On Mac
Switch to the Unicode Hex Input keyboard, then hold Option and type 0C8C. Or press Control + Command + Space and search.
On Linux
Press Control + Shift + U, type 0c8c, then press Enter or Space.
Anywhere
Copy ಌ 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 Vocalic L letter mean?
ಌ is the Kannada letter “Vocalic L” (Unicode: U+0C8C). As a written character, it represents a specific vowel sound/phonetic role within Kannada orthography. Like other letters in the Kannada script, it’s used in forming words rather than as a standalone punctuation or symbol. If you’re typing Kannada text, rendering this character accurately ensures your spelling and display match the original source. For digital use, rely on its Unicode code point (U+0C8C) or the provided HTML/CSS/JavaScript escapes so the character appears correctly across platforms and fonts.
What is the Unicode code point for ಌ?
The Unicode code point for ಌ (Kannada Letter Vocalic L) is U+0C8C.
How can I copy ಌ reliably?
Copy the character directly from this page. For best reliability in code or HTML, use the provided escapes: HTML entity ಌ or CSS escape \\0C8C.
Will ಌ display the same on all devices?
It should display correctly if the device has a font that supports Kannada. For guaranteed rendering, test with fonts that cover U+0C8C.
What are common ways to enter ಌ in programming?
Use the Unicode character directly in strings, or use escapes such as \\u{0C8C} in JavaScript or \\0C8C in CSS.