Latin Small Letter Turned Alpha Letter
ɒ is the Latin small letter turned alpha (U+0252), used as a distinct character in specialized text.
U+0252
ɒ is a Unicode Latin Extended character identified as the Latin Small Letter Turned Alpha (U+0252). It’s mainly used when you need a specific glyph that differs from regular Greek alpha or Latin letters. This page helps you copy it and use the correct escape codes.
Latin Small Letter Turned Alpha Letter Meaning
ɒ (U+0252) is a distinct Unicode character called LATIN SMALL LETTER TURNED ALPHA. Because it’s a single, dedicated code point, it should be used when the exact symbol is required rather than a look‑alike. In many contexts, the character is encountered in writing systems or transcription schemes that require an “open back” vowel symbol, though its exact interpretation depends on the specific standard or font usage. For general writing, it may appear unusual; for typographic or linguistic accuracy, using the proper code point ensures consistent rendering and reliable copy/paste behavior.
Common uses
- •Linguistic or phonetic transcription where this exact vowel-like glyph is specified
- •Academic notes or datasets that require the precise Unicode character (U+0252)
- •Typography testing to verify font support for the Latin Extended block
- •Displaying character sets in Unicode learning or debugging tools
- •Labeling or annotation in works that distinguish similar-looking letters
Examples
ɒ Latin Small Letter Turned Alpha
- ɒThe symbol ɒ appears in some transcription systems.
- ɒUse ɒ when the standard calls for U+0252.
- ɒɒ may not look right in fonts that lack coverage.
- ɒCopy and paste ɒ to keep the correct character.
- ɒIn Unicode tables, ɒ is listed as LATIN SMALL LETTER TURNED ALPHA.
Variations
Technical codes
| Unicode | U+0252 | |
| HTML Entity | ɒ | |
| HTML Code | ɒ | |
| CSS | \0252 | |
| Alt Code | Alt + 594 | |
| Decimal | 594 |
How to type Latin Small Letter Turned Alpha Letter (ɒ)
On Windows
Hold Alt and type 594 on the numeric keypad. In Word, type 0252 then press Alt + X.
On Mac
Switch to the Unicode Hex Input keyboard, then hold Option and type 0252. Or press Control + Command + Space and search.
On Linux
Press Control + Shift + U, type 0252, then press Enter or Space.
Anywhere
Copy ɒ 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 Turned Alpha letter mean?
ɒ (U+0252) is a distinct Unicode character called LATIN SMALL LETTER TURNED ALPHA. Because it’s a single, dedicated code point, it should be used when the exact symbol is required rather than a look‑alike. In many contexts, the character is encountered in writing systems or transcription schemes that require an “open back” vowel symbol, though its exact interpretation depends on the specific standard or font usage. For general writing, it may appear unusual; for typographic or linguistic accuracy, using the proper code point ensures consistent rendering and reliable copy/paste behavior.
What Unicode character is ɒ?
ɒ is the LATIN SMALL LETTER TURNED ALPHA with Unicode code point U+0252.
How do I copy ɒ reliably?
Copy the character directly from this page. If you need to embed it in code, use the provided escapes like HTML ɒ or Unicode U+0252.
Is ɒ the same as Greek small alpha (α)?
No. ɒ is a different Unicode character with its own code point (U+0252). Look-alikes may exist depending on fonts, but they are not guaranteed to be the same character.
Which code can I use in HTML, CSS, or JavaScript?
HTML: ɒ CSS escape: \0252 JavaScript escape: \u{0252}. Use the escape format required by your environment.