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Tamil Letter Ya Letter

ய is the Tamil letter Ya used in Tamil writing and text rendering.

U+0BAF

“ய” is a Tamil script character known as the Tamil Letter Ya. It is encoded in Unicode as U+0BAF, so it works reliably across modern platforms. Below you’ll find copy options, code points, and practical usage examples.

Tamil Letter Ya Letter Meaning

“ய” (Tamil Letter Ya) is a consonant letter in the Tamil script. In written Tamil, it represents the sound associated with “ya” and is used as part of words, names, and grammatical forms. Like other Tamil letters, it participates in how syllables are formed and how the language is typeset. If you’re entering Tamil text in a browser, editor, or design tool, using the exact Unicode character (U+0BAF) is the most dependable way to ensure the correct glyph appears and avoids incorrect substitutions.

Common uses

  • Typing or composing Tamil words in chat, notes, or documents
  • Using the correct Unicode character in forms, labels, and multilingual content
  • Designing Tamil typography for posters, UI labels, and headings
  • Providing accurate names or terms in data entry and databases
  • Sharing or publishing Tamil text on social media and websites

Examples

ய (Tamil Letter Ya) — Copy & Unicode Info

  • யா
  • யார்
  • யமன்
  • தமிழ் எழுத்து: ய
  • நாமம்: யா

Variations

Technical codes

UnicodeU+0BAF
HTML Entityய
HTML Codeய
CSS\0BAF

FAQ

What is the Unicode code point for ய?

The Unicode code point for ய (Tamil Letter Ya) is U+0BAF.

How can I copy й/ya-like Tamil characters correctly?

Copy the character directly from this page and verify it matches U+0BAF (Tamil Letter Ya). Avoid visually similar characters from other scripts.

What does the escape sequence \\u{0BAF} represent?

\\u{0BAF} is a JavaScript/Unicode escape that refers to the character at code point U+0BAF (ய).

Can I use the HTML entity to display ய?

Yes. The provided HTML entity for ய is ய.