Latin Small Letter Y With Stroke Letter
ɏ is the Latin small letter y with stroke (U+024F), used in language and typographic contexts.
U+024F
ɏ is a Unicode character from the Latin Extended block. It’s often used when a design or writing system needs a y-like glyph with a distinct stroke. Below you’ll find practical ways to copy and include it in text and code.
Latin Small Letter Y With Stroke Letter Meaning
LATIN SMALL LETTER Y WITH STROKE (ɏ, U+024F) is a typographic letter variant: a lowercase “y” form distinguished by a stroke. Like other extended Latin letters, it’s typically used in proper spelling for languages, transliteration, and phonetic or orthographic systems that require this specific glyph. In design work, it can serve as a stylistic element or as an accurate character substitute when a plain “y” would be incorrect. For developers, it’s important to use the exact Unicode code point to ensure consistent rendering across platforms and fonts.
Common uses
- •Accurate representation of language text that uses this specific y variant
- •Transliteration or phonetic notation where the stroke is significant
- •Typography and font testing for Latin Extended glyphs
- •Creating precise labels, names, or identifiers in digital documents
- •Using the exact character in web content to avoid substituting a standard “y”
Examples
ɏ Latin small letter y with stroke
- ɏɏ is a lowercase y variant with a stroke.
- ɏPlease use ɏ instead of a plain y in this field.
- ɏThe sample text includes ɏ from Unicode U+024F.
- ɏTypography check: ɏ should render with the stroke visible.
- ɏTransliteration example: ɏ appears in this word.
Variations
Technical codes
| Unicode | U+024F | |
| HTML Entity | ɏ | |
| HTML Code | ɏ | |
| CSS | \024F | |
| Alt Code | Alt + 591 | |
| Decimal | 591 |
How to type Latin Small Letter Y With Stroke Letter (ɏ)
On Windows
Hold Alt and type 591 on the numeric keypad. In Word, type 024F then press Alt + X.
On Mac
Switch to the Unicode Hex Input keyboard, then hold Option and type 024F. Or press Control + Command + Space and search.
On Linux
Press Control + Shift + U, type 024f, then press Enter or Space.
Anywhere
Copy ɏ 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 Y With Stroke letter mean?
LATIN SMALL LETTER Y WITH STROKE (ɏ, U+024F) is a typographic letter variant: a lowercase “y” form distinguished by a stroke. Like other extended Latin letters, it’s typically used in proper spelling for languages, transliteration, and phonetic or orthographic systems that require this specific glyph. In design work, it can serve as a stylistic element or as an accurate character substitute when a plain “y” would be incorrect. For developers, it’s important to use the exact Unicode code point to ensure consistent rendering across platforms and fonts.
What Unicode character is ɏ?
ɏ is LATIN SMALL LETTER Y WITH STROKE with Unicode code point U+024F.
How do I copy ɏ reliably?
Copy the character directly from this page (ɏ). If you’re entering it into code, use the provided escapes (e.g., \\u{024F}).
What’s the difference between ɏ and a normal “y”?
ɏ is a distinct Unicode character with a stroke, not the same as the standard lowercase y. Using the correct code point helps ensure correct spelling and consistent rendering.
Which HTML or code format can I use for ɏ?
You can use the HTML entity ɏ or the escapes: CSS \\024F and JavaScript \\u{024F}.