Tamil Letter Ja Letter
ஜ is the Tamil letter ja (U+0B9C) used in writing and typing Tamil text.
U+0B9C
ஜ is a letter from the Tamil script. It has a specific Unicode code point, making it easy to use consistently across apps and websites. Use the copy options below when you need the exact character.
Tamil Letter Ja Letter Meaning
ஜ is the Tamil letter “ja” (Unicode: U+0B9C). As a basic character in the Tamil script, it appears as part of Tamil words and proper writing in everyday text. Depending on the word, it can be combined with vowel signs and other script elements to form the correct syllable shapes used in standard Tamil orthography. For most users, the practical “meaning” is simply that this exact character represents the consonant sound /ja/ (as used in Tamil spelling) and is required for accurate text rendering, searching, and typography.
Common uses
- •Typing or copying Tamil words that contain the letter ja
- •Designing Tamil typography in posters, signage, and layouts
- •Developer-friendly inclusion of the exact character in HTML/CSS/JS
- •Correct transcription in subtitles, captions, and learning materials
- •Form fields, search filters, and data validation for Tamil text
Examples
ஜ Tamil Letter Ja (U+0B9C)
- ஜஜெய்
- ஜஜோதி
- ஜஜானகி
- ஜராஜா
- ஜநஜீம்
Variations
Technical codes
| Unicode | U+0B9C | |
| HTML Entity | ஜ | |
| HTML Code | ஜ | |
| CSS | \0B9C | |
| Alt Code | Alt + 2972 | |
| Decimal | 2972 |
How to type Tamil Letter Ja Letter (ஜ)
On Windows
Hold Alt and type 2972 on the numeric keypad. In Word, type 0B9C then press Alt + X.
On Mac
Switch to the Unicode Hex Input keyboard, then hold Option and type 0B9C. Or press Control + Command + Space and search.
On Linux
Press Control + Shift + U, type 0b9c, then press Enter or Space.
Anywhere
Copy ஜ 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 Tamil Letter Ja letter mean?
ஜ is the Tamil letter “ja” (Unicode: U+0B9C). As a basic character in the Tamil script, it appears as part of Tamil words and proper writing in everyday text. Depending on the word, it can be combined with vowel signs and other script elements to form the correct syllable shapes used in standard Tamil orthography. For most users, the practical “meaning” is simply that this exact character represents the consonant sound /ja/ (as used in Tamil spelling) and is required for accurate text rendering, searching, and typography.
What is the Unicode code point for ஜ?
ஜ has Unicode code point U+0B9C.
How can I paste ஜ into HTML?
You can paste the character directly, or use the HTML entity: ஜ.
What are the CSS and JavaScript escapes for ஜ?
CSS escape: \\0B9C. JavaScript escape: \\u{0B9C}.
Why doesn’t a similar-looking Latin “j” work the same way?
The character ஜ is a Tamil script letter with its own Unicode identity (U+0B9C). A Latin “j” is different and won’t render or behave the same in Tamil text.