Khmer Letter La Letter
ឡ is the Khmer Letter LA (U+17A1), used in Khmer writing.
U+17A1
ឡ is a Khmer script letter represented by Unicode code point U+17A1. Use it directly, or copy the HTML/CSS/JavaScript escapes below for reliable text rendering across platforms.
Khmer Letter La Letter Meaning
ឡ is the Khmer Letter LA from the Khmer writing system. As a letter, it contributes to spelling words in Khmer, typically appearing as part of syllables. Like many letters in abugida-style scripts, its exact pronunciation and behavior can depend on the surrounding characters in a Khmer word (for example, the placement of other marks or following consonants/vowels). If you’re not working with Khmer text, this character may look unfamiliar but it still follows standard Unicode encoding. For accurate display, ensure your font supports the Khmer block and use the provided code point information when coding.
Common uses
- •Copy/paste Khmer text that includes the letter LA (ឡ)
- •Labeling or rendering Khmer names, places, or UI strings
- •Building Khmer content for websites (ensure proper Unicode handling)
- •Typography and localization work that requires exact character matching
- •Generating Khmer text in code using Unicode/escape sequences
Examples
ឡ (Khmer Letter LA)
- ឡឡាន
- ឡឡើង
- ឡឆ្លាក់ឡា
- ឡសួស្តីឡ
- ឡអក្សរ ឡ
Variations
Technical codes
| Unicode | U+17A1 | |
| HTML Entity | ឡ | |
| HTML Code | ឡ | |
| CSS | \17A1 | |
| Alt Code | Alt + 6049 | |
| Decimal | 6049 |
How to type Khmer Letter La Letter (ឡ)
On Windows
Hold Alt and type 6049 on the numeric keypad. In Word, type 17A1 then press Alt + X.
On Mac
Switch to the Unicode Hex Input keyboard, then hold Option and type 17A1. Or press Control + Command + Space and search.
On Linux
Press Control + Shift + U, type 17a1, then press Enter or Space.
Anywhere
Copy ឡ 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 Khmer Letter La letter mean?
ឡ is the Khmer Letter LA from the Khmer writing system. As a letter, it contributes to spelling words in Khmer, typically appearing as part of syllables. Like many letters in abugida-style scripts, its exact pronunciation and behavior can depend on the surrounding characters in a Khmer word (for example, the placement of other marks or following consonants/vowels). If you’re not working with Khmer text, this character may look unfamiliar but it still follows standard Unicode encoding. For accurate display, ensure your font supports the Khmer block and use the provided code point information when coding.
What Unicode character is ឡ?
ឡ is the Khmer Letter LA with Unicode code point U+17A1.
How do I write ឡ in HTML?
Use the HTML entity: ឡ.
How do I use ឡ in CSS or JavaScript?
CSS escape: \17A1. JavaScript escape: \u{17A1}.
Why doesn’t ឡ display correctly on my device?
Your font may not support the Khmer Unicode block. Try a Khmer-capable font and verify your text encoding is UTF-8.