Kannada Vowel Sign I Letter
The Kannada Vowel Sign I (U+0CBF) is a vowel sign used in Kannada writing.
U+0CBF
This page explains the Kannada Vowel Sign I, the character “ಿ”. It includes copy/paste options and the exact Unicode and escape values for developers. Use it confidently in Kannada text rendering and UI inputs.
Kannada Vowel Sign I Letter Meaning
“ಿ” is the Kannada vowel sign I, encoded as U+0CBF. In Kannada script, a vowel sign modifies the pronunciation of a consonant letter by indicating the vowel sound “i” associated with that consonant. Because vowel signs combine visually with neighboring consonants, the character is typically used together with Kannada base letters rather than as a standalone letter. When typing or rendering Kannada text, using the correct Unicode code point helps ensure consistent display across fonts, browsers, and design tools. If your text looks mispositioned, confirm the font supports Kannada shaping.
Common uses
- •Composing Kannada words that require the vowel “i” attached to a consonant
- •Entering Kannada text in web forms or app input fields
- •Designing UI labels in Kannada (menus, buttons, and prompts)
- •Creating captions or subtitles in Kannada for video and social posts
- •Encoding Kannada content in HTML/CSS/JavaScript with the correct Unicode character
Examples
ಿ (Kannada Vowel Sign I)
- ಿಕನ್ನಡ
- ಿಇದೆ
- ಿಕಿತಾಪು
- ಿಹುಲಿ
- ಿಮಿತಿ
Variations
Technical codes
| Unicode | U+0CBF | |
| HTML Entity | ಿ | |
| HTML Code | ಿ | |
| CSS | \0CBF | |
| Alt Code | Alt + 3263 | |
| Decimal | 3263 |
How to type Kannada Vowel Sign I Letter (ಿ)
On Windows
Hold Alt and type 3263 on the numeric keypad. In Word, type 0CBF then press Alt + X.
On Mac
Switch to the Unicode Hex Input keyboard, then hold Option and type 0CBF. Or press Control + Command + Space and search.
On Linux
Press Control + Shift + U, type 0cbf, then press Enter or Space.
Anywhere
Copy ಿ 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 Vowel Sign I letter mean?
“ಿ” is the Kannada vowel sign I, encoded as U+0CBF. In Kannada script, a vowel sign modifies the pronunciation of a consonant letter by indicating the vowel sound “i” associated with that consonant. Because vowel signs combine visually with neighboring consonants, the character is typically used together with Kannada base letters rather than as a standalone letter. When typing or rendering Kannada text, using the correct Unicode code point helps ensure consistent display across fonts, browsers, and design tools. If your text looks mispositioned, confirm the font supports Kannada shaping.
What is the Unicode code point for “ಿ”?
The character “ಿ” is U+0CBF (Kannada Vowel Sign I).
How can I copy “ಿ” reliably in HTML?
You can paste the character directly, or use the HTML entity: ಿ.
What do the CSS and JavaScript escapes look like?
CSS escape: \\0CBF. JavaScript escape: \\u{0CBF}.
Why does “ಿ” sometimes look wrong in my text?
Kannada vowel signs depend on proper font support and text shaping with the neighboring consonant. If shaping isn’t supported, the placement may look incorrect.