Kannada Letter Vocalic R Letter
ಋ is the Kannada vowel letter vocalic R, used in the writing system for specific Kannada words.
U+0C8B
ಋ (Unicode U+0C8B) is a Kannada letter called the Vocalic R. You can copy it directly for use in documents, websites, or UI text that requires accurate Kannada orthography. It also appears in technical contexts where the exact Unicode character matters.
Kannada Letter Vocalic R Letter Meaning
ಋ (Kannada Letter Vocalic R) is a vowel letter in the Kannada script. As a distinct Unicode character (U+0C8B), it represents the “vocalic R” sound category used in Kannada spelling. Like other Kannada vowels, its presence and exact form are important for proper word construction and reading. When typing or rendering Kannada text, using the correct character prevents display issues and ensures the intended orthography. For developers and designers, matching the exact Unicode code point is the most reliable way to get consistent results across fonts and platforms.
Common uses
- •Copy/paste for accurate Kannada text entry in documents and messages
- •Typography and layout work for Kannada websites and landing pages
- •UI labels, button text, or placeholders that include the exact character
- •Content creation and proofreading for Kannada books, articles, and subtitles
- •Developer use in code where Unicode correctness (U+0C8B) is required
Examples
ಋ Kannada Letter Vocalic R
- ಋಋತು
- ಋಋಣ
- ಋಋಜು
- ಋಅಋ
- ಋಋಶಿ
Variations
Technical codes
| Unicode | U+0C8B | |
| HTML Entity | ಋ | |
| HTML Code | ಋ | |
| CSS | \0C8B | |
| Alt Code | Alt + 3211 | |
| Decimal | 3211 |
How to type Kannada Letter Vocalic R Letter (ಋ)
On Windows
Hold Alt and type 3211 on the numeric keypad. In Word, type 0C8B then press Alt + X.
On Mac
Switch to the Unicode Hex Input keyboard, then hold Option and type 0C8B. Or press Control + Command + Space and search.
On Linux
Press Control + Shift + U, type 0c8b, then press Enter or Space.
Anywhere
Copy ಋ 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 R letter mean?
ಋ (Kannada Letter Vocalic R) is a vowel letter in the Kannada script. As a distinct Unicode character (U+0C8B), it represents the “vocalic R” sound category used in Kannada spelling. Like other Kannada vowels, its presence and exact form are important for proper word construction and reading. When typing or rendering Kannada text, using the correct character prevents display issues and ensures the intended orthography. For developers and designers, matching the exact Unicode code point is the most reliable way to get consistent results across fonts and platforms.
What is the Unicode code point for ಋ?
The Unicode code point for ಋ is U+0C8B (Kannada Letter Vocalic R).
How do I copy ಋ for use in HTML?
You can copy the character directly as ಋ, or use the HTML entity: ಋ.
What CSS escape should I use for ಋ?
Use the CSS escape \\0C8B.
Is there a JavaScript escape for ಋ?
Yes. Use \\u{0C8B} in JavaScript.