Latin Small Letter Z With Retroflex Hook Letter
ʐ is the Latin Small Letter Z with Retroflect Hook, a Unicode character used in extended Latin alphabets.
U+0290
ʐ is a specific extended Latin character: “LATIN SMALL LETTER Z WITH RETROFLEX HOOK” (U+0290). It’s useful when you need a precise glyph for linguistics, transcription, or specialized typography. You can copy it directly or use the provided escape codes.
Latin Small Letter Z With Retroflex Hook Letter Meaning
ʐ (U+0290) is a Latin Extended character that represents a “z-like” letter with a retroflex hook. In practice, it is most often encountered in phonetic and linguistic transcription systems or fonts that support extended Latin characters. Because it’s a distinct Unicode code point, it’s preferred over visually similar letters when you need consistent rendering across platforms. Typographers and developers may use it when aligning text with a specific writing convention or when a transcription demands the exact shape rather than standard “z”.
Common uses
- •Phonetic transcription where a z with a retroflex hook is required
- •Linguistics documentation and academic writing with precise character sets
- •Specialized typography and custom font testing for Unicode Latin Extended
- •Web content that needs consistent glyphs using Unicode (instead of lookalikes)
- •Designing labels, glosses, or identifiers that require this exact letter form
Examples
ʐ Latin Small Letter Z with Retroflect Hook
- ʐʐ is used in some extended Latin transcriptions.
- ʐThe symbol ʐ has code point U+0290.
- ʐCopy and paste ʐ into your document for correct rendering.
- ʐI used ʐ in a phonetic note to distinguish sounds.
- ʐTest: does your font support ʐ?
Variations
Technical codes
| Unicode | U+0290 | |
| HTML Entity | ʐ | |
| HTML Code | ʐ | |
| CSS | \0290 | |
| Alt Code | Alt + 656 | |
| Decimal | 656 |
How to type Latin Small Letter Z With Retroflex Hook Letter (ʐ)
On Windows
Hold Alt and type 656 on the numeric keypad. In Word, type 0290 then press Alt + X.
On Mac
Switch to the Unicode Hex Input keyboard, then hold Option and type 0290. Or press Control + Command + Space and search.
On Linux
Press Control + Shift + U, type 0290, then press Enter or Space.
Anywhere
Copy ʐ 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 Z With Retroflex Hook letter mean?
ʐ (U+0290) is a Latin Extended character that represents a “z-like” letter with a retroflex hook. In practice, it is most often encountered in phonetic and linguistic transcription systems or fonts that support extended Latin characters. Because it’s a distinct Unicode code point, it’s preferred over visually similar letters when you need consistent rendering across platforms. Typographers and developers may use it when aligning text with a specific writing convention or when a transcription demands the exact shape rather than standard “z”.
What Unicode character is ʐ?
ʐ is “LATIN SMALL LETTER Z WITH RETROFLEX HOOK” with Unicode code point U+0290.
How can I copy ʐ in HTML?
You can use the provided HTML entity: ʐ
What CSS or programming escape can I use for ʐ?
CSS escape: \\0290. JavaScript escape: \\u{0290}.
Will ʐ look the same on all devices?
Glyph appearance depends on the font, but the character will remain consistent because it’s the same Unicode code point (U+0290).