Katakana Letter Pe Letter
ペ is the Katakana letter “PE” used in Japanese text for loanwords and spellings.
U+30DA
“ペ” is the Katakana letter PE, represented by the Unicode code point U+30DA. It’s commonly used when writing Japanese words and names that include the “pe” sound. You can copy it directly or use its Unicode/HTML/CSS escapes in code.
Katakana Letter Pe Letter Meaning
“ペ” is a Katakana character used to write the syllable “pe” in Japanese. In practice, it appears in loanwords, transliterations of foreign names, and scripted spellings where the “pe” sound is needed. Like other Katakana letters, its primary purpose is phonetic spelling rather than expressing a standalone “meaning” like a symbol. When displayed correctly, it helps keep Japanese text consistent across fonts and platforms. If you’re working with multilingual content, using the correct Unicode character (U+30DA) avoids substitution issues and ensures consistent rendering.
Common uses
- •Writing loanwords that include the “pe” sound in Katakana
- •Spelling personal or brand names that use “pe” in Japanese transliteration
- •Creating subtitles and captions where accurate Katakana spelling matters
- •UI text and forms that include Japanese names or Japanese-language product terms
- •Developer workflows that require precise Unicode characters for Japanese text
Examples
ペ — Katakana Letter PE (U+30DA)
- ペペン (pen)
- ペペース (pace)
- ペスーパー (super—sometimes includes “pe” syllables depending on the word)
- ペコーヒーショップ ペット (example line using ペ as a syllable)
- ペペンギン (penguin)
Variations
Technical codes
| Unicode | U+30DA | |
| HTML Entity | ペ | |
| HTML Code | ペ | |
| CSS | \30DA | |
| Alt Code | Alt + 12506 | |
| Decimal | 12506 |
How to type Katakana Letter Pe Letter (ペ)
On Windows
Hold Alt and type 12506 on the numeric keypad. In Word, type 30DA then press Alt + X.
On Mac
Switch to the Unicode Hex Input keyboard, then hold Option and type 30DA. Or press Control + Command + Space and search.
On Linux
Press Control + Shift + U, type 30da, then press Enter or Space.
Anywhere
Copy ペ 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 Katakana Letter Pe letter mean?
“ペ” is a Katakana character used to write the syllable “pe” in Japanese. In practice, it appears in loanwords, transliterations of foreign names, and scripted spellings where the “pe” sound is needed. Like other Katakana letters, its primary purpose is phonetic spelling rather than expressing a standalone “meaning” like a symbol. When displayed correctly, it helps keep Japanese text consistent across fonts and platforms. If you’re working with multilingual content, using the correct Unicode character (U+30DA) avoids substitution issues and ensures consistent rendering.
What is the Unicode code point for “ペ”?
“ペ” is U+30DA (KATAKANA LETTER PE).
How do I copy “ペ” into my text editor?
Copy the character itself from this page (ペ). If you need a code form, use U+30DA or the provided escapes.
What’s the difference between Katakana “ペ” and Hiragana “ぺ”?
“ペ” is Katakana (U+30DA) and “ぺ” is the Hiragana character for the “pe” sound. They may look similar but are different Unicode characters.
Can I use HTML or CSS escapes for this character?
Yes. Use the provided HTML entity (ペ) or CSS escape (\30DA) in your markup or styles if needed.