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Latin Small Letter Reversed R With Fishhook Letter

ɿ is the Latin small letter reversed R with fishhook (U+027F) used in specialized text and symbol sets.

U+027F

ɿ is a Latin Extended character with the Unicode code point U+027F. It’s often used when you need a specific, typographic letterform rather than a common ASCII character. This page helps you copy it and understand where it may appear.

Latin Small Letter Reversed R With Fishhook Letter Meaning

ɿ is a single Unicode character: the “Latin small letter reversed R with fishhook” (Unicode U+027F). In practice, it’s most commonly seen in specialized writing systems, phonetic or linguistic notation, and typography work where an exact glyph is required. Because it’s a distinct letterform, using the proper Unicode character matters for search, sorting, fonts, and rendering. If you’re working with transcripts, dictionaries, or text that includes phonetic symbols, ɿ can represent a specific sound or transcription element depending on the system you’re following. Always match the symbol to the conventions of your source.

Common uses

  • •Copy/pasting phonetic or linguistic transcription text that includes U+027F
  • •Using the correct Unicode character in documentation, glossaries, or captions
  • •Rendering specialized typography in design tools that support Unicode
  • •Creating consistent symbol sets for scripts, labels, or academic materials
  • •Programming or data entry where an exact code point is required

Examples

ɿ Latin Small Letter Reversed R with Fishhook

  • ɿɿ ɑ ʌ
  • ɿThe token ɿ appears in this transcription.
  • ɿExample: ɿ is part of the label set.
  • ɿUse U+027F (ɿ) in the field.
  • ɿGlottalized segments may be marked with ɿ.

Variations

Technical codes

UnicodeU+027F
HTML Entityɿ
HTML Codeɿ
CSS\027F
Alt CodeAlt + 639
Decimal639

How to type Latin Small Letter Reversed R With Fishhook Letter (ɿ)

On Windows

Hold Alt and type 639 on the numeric keypad. In Word, type 027F then press Alt + X.

On Mac

Switch to the Unicode Hex Input keyboard, then hold Option and type 027F. Or press Control + Command + Space and search.

On Linux

Press Control + Shift + U, type 027f, then press Enter or Space.

Anywhere

Copy ɿ 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 Latin Small Letter Reversed R With Fishhook letter mean?

ɿ is a single Unicode character: the “Latin small letter reversed R with fishhook” (Unicode U+027F). In practice, it’s most commonly seen in specialized writing systems, phonetic or linguistic notation, and typography work where an exact glyph is required. Because it’s a distinct letterform, using the proper Unicode character matters for search, sorting, fonts, and rendering. If you’re working with transcripts, dictionaries, or text that includes phonetic symbols, ɿ can represent a specific sound or transcription element depending on the system you’re following. Always match the symbol to the conventions of your source.

What is the Unicode code point for ɿ?

The symbol ɿ is Unicode U+027F.

How do I copy ɿ into HTML?

You can use the HTML entity: ɿ.

What are the common ways to type ɿ in code?

Use the CSS escape \\027F or JavaScript escape \\u{027F}.

Is ɿ interchangeable with any regular “r” character?

No. ɿ is a distinct Unicode character (a Latin Extended letter), so it should be used when that exact glyph is required.