Katakana Letter Small Su Letter
ㇲ is the Unicode character KATAKANA LETTER SMALL SU (U+31F2).
U+31F2
ㇲ is a small Katakana letter used in Japanese writing. It has a specific Unicode code point (U+31F2), making it reliable for digital text and typography. Use the copy options below when you need an exact match.
Katakana Letter Small Su Letter Meaning
ㇲ is the Katakana character “KATAKANA LETTER SMALL SU” with Unicode code point U+31F2 (HTML entity ㇲ). As a small Katakana letter, ㇲ is typically used alongside other Katakana characters to represent Japanese sounds or orthographic patterns that require a “small” form. In practice, you’ll mostly encounter it in properly typeset Japanese text where character size matters. Because it’s a dedicated Unicode character, it’s preferred over lookalike symbols when writing, designing, or coding to ensure consistent rendering across devices and fonts.
Common uses
- •Copy/paste for accurate Japanese text entry in documents or chat
- •Typography and layout work when matching official Japanese character forms
- •Building Unicode-aware search, sorting, or validation for Katakana text
- •Preparing subtitles, captions, or UI strings that require exact characters
- •Designing labels or graphic text that must match Japanese orthography
Examples
ㇲ Katakana Letter Small Su
- ㇲㇲ を 含む 表記 を 確認 してください。
- ㇲフォントプレビューで ㇲ の 形 を 見たい。
- ㇲこの 文字は Unicode U+31F2 です。
- ㇲㇲ を 正確に 入力 する には コピー が 便利 です。
- ㇲㇲ を 含む 行だけ を 抜き出します。
Variations
Technical codes
| Unicode | U+31F2 | |
| HTML Entity | ㇲ | |
| HTML Code | ㇲ | |
| CSS | \31F2 | |
| Alt Code | Alt + 12786 | |
| Decimal | 12786 |
How to type Katakana Letter Small Su Letter (ㇲ)
On Windows
Hold Alt and type 12786 on the numeric keypad. In Word, type 31F2 then press Alt + X.
On Mac
Switch to the Unicode Hex Input keyboard, then hold Option and type 31F2. Or press Control + Command + Space and search.
On Linux
Press Control + Shift + U, type 31f2, then press Enter or Space.
Anywhere
Copy ㇲ 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 Small Su letter mean?
ㇲ is the Katakana character “KATAKANA LETTER SMALL SU” with Unicode code point U+31F2 (HTML entity ㇲ). As a small Katakana letter, ㇲ is typically used alongside other Katakana characters to represent Japanese sounds or orthographic patterns that require a “small” form. In practice, you’ll mostly encounter it in properly typeset Japanese text where character size matters. Because it’s a dedicated Unicode character, it’s preferred over lookalike symbols when writing, designing, or coding to ensure consistent rendering across devices and fonts.
What is the Unicode code point for ㇲ?
ㇲ is U+31F2, named “KATAKANA LETTER SMALL SU”.
How can I copy ㇲ reliably in digital text?
Use the character itself (ㇲ) or copy the Unicode formats provided (HTML: ㇲ, CSS/JS escapes) to keep it exact.
Will ㇲ display the same on all devices?
It should, but the appearance can vary by font. Using a Japanese-capable font improves consistency.
Is ㇲ the same as a regular Katakana “su”?
No. ㇲ is the small form (Katakana Letter Small Su). It has its own Unicode code point and is meant to be used when the small character is required.