Tamil Sign Anusvara Letter
ஂ is the Tamil Sign Anusvara (U+0B82), marking nasalization in Tamil writing.
U+0B82
ஂ (Tamil Sign Anusvara) is a Tamil script sign used to affect pronunciation. It appears in words where a nasal sound is implied. You can copy it directly or use its Unicode/escape forms in code.
Tamil Sign Anusvara Letter Meaning
ஂ is the Tamil Sign Anusvara (Unicode U+0B82). In Tamil writing, it indicates nasalization—helping signal that the sound becomes nasal around the marked position. In pronunciation, it often corresponds to a nasal consonant-like quality (commonly similar to “ng” in many Indo-Aryan/anusvara conventions), though the exact phonetic realization can depend on the surrounding letters and word. In everyday Tamil text, it helps distinguish word shapes and guide how syllables should be read. Designers, writers, and developers use this character to keep Tamil spellings accurate and consistent across fonts and platforms.
Common uses
- •Typing or proofreading Tamil text that includes nasalization marks
- •Correctly rendering names and loanwords in Tamil where the anusvara sign appears
- •Preparing subtitles and captions in Tamil to match spoken pronunciation
- •Database and content entry for Tamil UI labels and content fields
- •Using Unicode escape forms in software to insert the character reliably
Examples
ஂ Tamil Sign Anusvara
- ஂஅன்+ஂ → அஂ (example of the anusvara sign usage)
- ஂகன்ஂ (example word form)
- ஂவண்ஂ (example word form)
- ஂஉங்ஙனம் → உங்ஙனம் ஂ (example placement)
- ஂதமிழ் ஂ குறியீடு பயன்படுத்தவும் (example sentence using the sign)
Variations
Technical codes
| Unicode | U+0B82 | |
| HTML Entity | ஂ | |
| HTML Code | ஂ | |
| CSS | \0B82 | |
| Alt Code | Alt + 2946 | |
| Decimal | 2946 |
How to type Tamil Sign Anusvara Letter (ஂ)
On Windows
Hold Alt and type 2946 on the numeric keypad. In Word, type 0B82 then press Alt + X.
On Mac
Switch to the Unicode Hex Input keyboard, then hold Option and type 0B82. Or press Control + Command + Space and search.
On Linux
Press Control + Shift + U, type 0b82, 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 Tamil Sign Anusvara letter mean?
ஂ is the Tamil Sign Anusvara (Unicode U+0B82). In Tamil writing, it indicates nasalization—helping signal that the sound becomes nasal around the marked position. In pronunciation, it often corresponds to a nasal consonant-like quality (commonly similar to “ng” in many Indo-Aryan/anusvara conventions), though the exact phonetic realization can depend on the surrounding letters and word. In everyday Tamil text, it helps distinguish word shapes and guide how syllables should be read. Designers, writers, and developers use this character to keep Tamil spellings accurate and consistent across fonts and platforms.
What is the Unicode code point for ஂ?
The Tamil Sign Anusvara is at U+0B82.
How can I copy ஂ for use in websites?
You can copy the character directly (ஂ) or use the HTML entity: ஂ.
How do I enter ஂ in JavaScript?
Use the Unicode escape form: \\u{0B82}.
Is ஂ the same as other Tamil signs?
No. ஂ specifically refers to the Tamil Sign Anusvara. Other Tamil signs (like different punctuation/marks) are separate characters.