Tamil Letter U Letter
“உ” is the Tamil letter U (U+0B89), used as a core vowel symbol in Tamil writing.
U+0B89
“உ” is a Tamil vowel letter represented by the Unicode code point U+0B89. It’s commonly used in Tamil words and can be copied directly for text, design, and development needs.
Tamil Letter U Letter Meaning
“உ” is the Tamil Letter U (Unicode: U+0B89). In Tamil writing, it functions as a vowel character and appears as part of many common words. Depending on context, it can be used as a standalone vowel sound or in word formations with other Tamil letters and diacritics. If you are building Tamil text, formatting, fonts, or UI labels, this character is important for accurate rendering and correct Unicode handling. Use the provided HTML, CSS, and JavaScript escapes when you need to insert or store the character reliably across different systems.
Common uses
- •Copy/paste Tamil vowel characters in messages, notes, and captions
- •Typing and proofreading Tamil text where “உ” appears as a vowel
- •UI labels and app text that must match exact Unicode characters
- •Web and software development, using correct escapes for “உ”
- •Typography and graphic design layouts involving Tamil letterforms
Examples
உ — Tamil Letter U (U+0B89)
- உஉங்கள் பெயர் என்ன?
- உஇன்று உன்னை நினைக்கிறேன்.
- உஉலகம் முழுவதும்
- உகலை மற்றும் கலாச்சாரம்
- உஉம் என்பது ஒரு எழுத்து.
Variations
Technical codes
| Unicode | U+0B89 | |
| HTML Entity | உ | |
| HTML Code | உ | |
| CSS | \0B89 | |
| Alt Code | Alt + 2953 | |
| Decimal | 2953 |
How to type Tamil Letter U Letter (உ)
On Windows
Hold Alt and type 2953 on the numeric keypad. In Word, type 0B89 then press Alt + X.
On Mac
Switch to the Unicode Hex Input keyboard, then hold Option and type 0B89. Or press Control + Command + Space and search.
On Linux
Press Control + Shift + U, type 0b89, then press Enter or Space.
Anywhere
Copy உ 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 U letter mean?
“உ” is the Tamil Letter U (Unicode: U+0B89). In Tamil writing, it functions as a vowel character and appears as part of many common words. Depending on context, it can be used as a standalone vowel sound or in word formations with other Tamil letters and diacritics. If you are building Tamil text, formatting, fonts, or UI labels, this character is important for accurate rendering and correct Unicode handling. Use the provided HTML, CSS, and JavaScript escapes when you need to insert or store the character reliably across different systems.
What Unicode character is “உ”?
“உ” is the Tamil Letter U with Unicode code point U+0B89.
How do I copy “உ” reliably in HTML?
Use the HTML entity: உ (as provided for this character).
What CSS escape can I use for “உ”?
Use the CSS escape: \\0B89.
What JavaScript escape represents “உ”?
Use: \\u{0B89}.