Latin Small Letter Turned L Letter
ꞁ is a lowercase turned L character (U+A781) used in specialized writing and typography.
U+A781
ꞁ is the “Latin Small Letter Turned L” from the Latin Extended block. It’s useful when you need a distinct character rather than a rotated or styled “l”. You can copy it directly or use its Unicode code point (U+A781).
Latin Small Letter Turned L Letter Meaning
ꞁ is a specific Latin Extended lowercase letter: the “turned L.” Unlike typical Latin letters (like “l”) or rotated glyphs created by styling, ꞁ is a distinct Unicode character with code point U+A781. In practice, it may appear in phonetic transcriptions, scholarly or linguistics-oriented text, and fonts where a particular “turned L” shape is required for accurate representation. Designers and editors also use it as a visual marker or typographic component when “l” would not match the intended appearance. Because it’s a dedicated character, it helps preserve consistency across platforms and text rendering.
Common uses
- •Copying the exact “turned L” glyph for linguistics or phonetic notes
- •Using as a distinctive typographic character in headings, labels, or UI text
- •Embedding in web or app text where a standardized Unicode character is preferred over styling
- •Creating consistent mockups or typography samples that rely on a specific glyph shape
- •Representing a particular letter form in documentation, glossaries, or educational materials
Examples
ꞁ Latin Small Letter Turned L
- ꞁThe transcription uses ꞁ to mark a particular sound.
- ꞁAdd ꞁ after the vowel in the glossary entry.
- ꞁIn the label, ꞁ replaces a styled “l” for consistency.
- ꞁThe font test shows ꞁ clearly at small sizes.
- ꞁWrite ꞁ exactly as shown to match the dataset.
Variations
Technical codes
| Unicode | U+A781 | |
| HTML Entity | ꞁ | |
| HTML Code | ꞁ | |
| CSS | \A781 | |
| Alt Code | Alt + 42881 | |
| Decimal | 42881 |
How to type Latin Small Letter Turned L Letter (ꞁ)
On Windows
Hold Alt and type 42881 on the numeric keypad. In Word, type A781 then press Alt + X.
On Mac
Switch to the Unicode Hex Input keyboard, then hold Option and type A781. Or press Control + Command + Space and search.
On Linux
Press Control + Shift + U, type a781, then press Enter or Space.
Anywhere
Copy ꞁ 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 L letter mean?
ꞁ is a specific Latin Extended lowercase letter: the “turned L.” Unlike typical Latin letters (like “l”) or rotated glyphs created by styling, ꞁ is a distinct Unicode character with code point U+A781. In practice, it may appear in phonetic transcriptions, scholarly or linguistics-oriented text, and fonts where a particular “turned L” shape is required for accurate representation. Designers and editors also use it as a visual marker or typographic component when “l” would not match the intended appearance. Because it’s a dedicated character, it helps preserve consistency across platforms and text rendering.
What Unicode character is ꞁ?
ꞁ is the Latin Small Letter Turned L with Unicode code point U+A781.
How can I copy ꞁ into my work?
Copy the character directly from this page. You can also use the HTML entity (ꞁ) or the JavaScript escape (\\u{A781}).
Is ꞁ the same as a rotated lowercase “l”?
No. ꞁ is a dedicated Unicode character. A rotated or styled “l” uses a different code point and may render differently across fonts.
Where might I encounter ꞁ in real text?
You may see it in linguistics or phonetic transcriptions, specialized typography, and documentation where the turned L form must be represented precisely.