Cedilla Symbol
The ¸ cedilla is a punctuation mark used in writing systems and typography, and also appears as a standalone accent.
U+00B8
The cedilla (¸) is a punctuation character with the Unicode code point U+00B8. It’s commonly used as part of letters that take a cedilla accent, especially in Latin-script languages.
Cedilla Symbol Meaning
The cedilla symbol is a small downward hook used as an accent mark in many Latin-alphabet contexts. As a standalone punctuation character, it can be used for stylistic text effects, separators, or typographic decoration. In practice, it most often appears as part of accented letters (for example, characters that traditionally carry a cedilla), where it helps distinguish pronunciation or meaning in specific languages. When you’re working with web or programming text, knowing the exact Unicode value (U+00B8) and the correct HTML/CSS/JavaScript escapes helps ensure the symbol renders correctly across browsers, fonts, and systems.
Common uses
- •Entering or displaying the standalone cedilla character (¸) in text
- •Typography and layout where designers use it as a decorative punctuation mark
- •Supporting languages and writing systems that use cedilla-accented letters
- •Creating custom separators or visual rhythm in short labels and headings
- •Programming and web development where precise Unicode characters are required
Examples
¸ Cedilla Symbol (U+00B8)
- ¸Ç¸
- ¸Use ¸ as a small accent.
- ¸List item ¸ details
- ¸Version ¸ 2.0
- ¸Signature ¸ notes
Variations
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Technical codes
| Unicode | U+00B8 | |
| HTML Entity | ¸ | |
| HTML Code | ¸ | |
| CSS | \00B8 | |
| Alt Code | Alt + 0184 | |
| Decimal | 184 |
How to type Cedilla Symbol (¸)
On Windows
Hold Alt and type 184 on the numeric keypad. In Word, type 00B8 then press Alt + X.
On Mac
Switch to the Unicode Hex Input keyboard, then hold Option and type 00B8. Or press Control + Command + Space and search.
On Linux
Press Control + Shift + U, type 00b8, 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 Cedilla symbol mean?
The cedilla symbol is a small downward hook used as an accent mark in many Latin-alphabet contexts. As a standalone punctuation character, it can be used for stylistic text effects, separators, or typographic decoration. In practice, it most often appears as part of accented letters (for example, characters that traditionally carry a cedilla), where it helps distinguish pronunciation or meaning in specific languages. When you’re working with web or programming text, knowing the exact Unicode value (U+00B8) and the correct HTML/CSS/JavaScript escapes helps ensure the symbol renders correctly across browsers, fonts, and systems.
What is the Unicode code point for ¸?
The cedilla symbol ¸ has Unicode code point U+00B8.
How can I copy ¸ easily?
Copy the character directly from this page, or use the HTML entity ¸ / CSS escape \\00B8 / JavaScript escape \\u{00B8}.
Is ¸ the same as a cedilla-accented letter?
¸ is the cedilla punctuation mark itself. Cedilla-accented letters are separate characters in Unicode that use the cedilla accent as part of the letter.
Will ¸ display correctly on all devices?
It should render anywhere the font supports Unicode. For reliable display in web content, use the exact Unicode/escape value and test with your target fonts.