Oriya Vowel Sign I Letter
“ି” is the Oriya vowel sign I used to modify vowels in the Odia (Oriya) writing system.
U+0B3F
“ି” is a Unicode character used in the Oriya (Odia) script. It acts as a vowel sign that combines with other letters to form correct syllables. This page helps you copy it and understand its basic role in text.
Oriya Vowel Sign I Letter Meaning
Oriya Vowel Sign I (Unicode U+0B3F) is a combining vowel sign in the Oriya (Odia) script. It is used to indicate the “i” vowel sound as part of a syllable, and it typically appears attached to a consonant letter rather than standing alone. Because it is a combining sign, the visual result depends on the surrounding character and the rendering engine (font/text stack). When you copy and paste, ensure the text includes the intended base letter together with this sign so the syllable is formed correctly.
Common uses
- •Writing Odia words that require the “i” vowel sign attached to consonants
- •Forming syllables in digital text where the “i” sound is represented by a vowel sign
- •Localizing UI strings or labels into Odia script for apps and websites
- •Correcting or composing text in editors that separate characters from combining marks
- •Typography work and content creation that needs precise Unicode character placement
Examples
ି — Oriya Vowel Sign I (U+0B3F)
- ିକି
- ିଗି
- ିଜି
- ିପି
- ିସି
Variations
Technical codes
| Unicode | U+0B3F | |
| HTML Entity | ି | |
| HTML Code | ି | |
| CSS | \0B3F | |
| Alt Code | Alt + 2879 | |
| Decimal | 2879 |
How to type Oriya Vowel Sign I Letter (ି)
On Windows
Hold Alt and type 2879 on the numeric keypad. In Word, type 0B3F then press Alt + X.
On Mac
Switch to the Unicode Hex Input keyboard, then hold Option and type 0B3F. Or press Control + Command + Space and search.
On Linux
Press Control + Shift + U, type 0b3f, then press Enter or Space.
Anywhere
Copy ି 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 Oriya Vowel Sign I letter mean?
Oriya Vowel Sign I (Unicode U+0B3F) is a combining vowel sign in the Oriya (Odia) script. It is used to indicate the “i” vowel sound as part of a syllable, and it typically appears attached to a consonant letter rather than standing alone. Because it is a combining sign, the visual result depends on the surrounding character and the rendering engine (font/text stack). When you copy and paste, ensure the text includes the intended base letter together with this sign so the syllable is formed correctly.
Is “ି” a standalone letter or a combining mark?
“ି” is a vowel sign (a combining character). It is generally used together with another letter to form a syllable.
What is the Unicode code point for Oriya Vowel Sign I?
Its Unicode code point is U+0B3F (Oriya Vowel Sign I).
How can I copy it correctly for Odia/Oriya text?
Copy the character and paste it in the same spot where the “i” vowel sign should attach to the intended base letter. Use a font that supports Odia script.
What are the HTML and escape sequences for this symbol?
HTML entity: ି. CSS escape: \\0B3F. JavaScript escape: \\u{0B3F}.