Punctus Elevatus Mark Symbol
⹎ is the Punctus Elevatus Mark, a Unicode punctuation character used as a specialized typographic mark.
U+2E4E
⹎ is a Unicode punctuation symbol with code point U+2E4E. It’s mainly used when you need a specific “punctus elevatus” punctuation mark for precise typesetting. You can copy it directly or use its HTML/CSS/JavaScript escapes.
Punctus Elevatus Mark Symbol Meaning
⹎ is the “PUNCTUS ELEVATUS MARK” (U+2E4E). It belongs to the Unicode punctuation block and is used as a distinct typographic punctuation character rather than a common everyday punctuation mark. Because it’s specific, you’ll most often see it in text that aims for historical, scholarly, or specialized editorial styling, or in documents where a particular punctuation repertoire is required. If you’re not targeting that niche, you may prefer more familiar punctuation (such as commas or semicolons). For compatibility, confirm your fonts support U+2E4E, since appearance can vary across systems.
Common uses
- •Scholarly or editorial transcription where a specific punctuation mark is required
- •Typography or layout work that needs exact Unicode punctuation rather than similar-looking symbols
- •Marking passages or structuring text in annotated manuscripts or academic drafts
- •Publishing pipelines that must preserve exact characters from source text
- •Designing symbol sets or character reference pages for Unicode punctuation
Examples
⹎ Punctus Elevatus Mark
- ⹎Et in principio ⹎ erat Verbum.
- ⹎Verba ⹎ verba ⹎ et iterum verba.
- ⹎Annotatio: punctus elevatus ⹎ in linea servandus.
- ⹎Textus cum punctis ⹎ adhibitus ad fontes.
- ⹎Comparatio characterum: ⹎ vs. aliae punctationes.
Variations
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Technical codes
| Unicode | U+2E4E | |
| HTML Entity | ⹎ | |
| HTML Code | ⹎ | |
| CSS | \2E4E | |
| Alt Code | Alt + 11854 | |
| Decimal | 11854 |
How to type Punctus Elevatus Mark Symbol (⹎)
On Windows
Hold Alt and type 11854 on the numeric keypad. In Word, type 2E4E then press Alt + X.
On Mac
Switch to the Unicode Hex Input keyboard, then hold Option and type 2E4E. Or press Control + Command + Space and search.
On Linux
Press Control + Shift + U, type 2e4e, 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 Punctus Elevatus Mark symbol mean?
⹎ is the “PUNCTUS ELEVATUS MARK” (U+2E4E). It belongs to the Unicode punctuation block and is used as a distinct typographic punctuation character rather than a common everyday punctuation mark. Because it’s specific, you’ll most often see it in text that aims for historical, scholarly, or specialized editorial styling, or in documents where a particular punctuation repertoire is required. If you’re not targeting that niche, you may prefer more familiar punctuation (such as commas or semicolons). For compatibility, confirm your fonts support U+2E4E, since appearance can vary across systems.
What Unicode character is ⹎?
⹎ is the “PUNCTUS ELEVATUS MARK” with code point U+2E4E.
How can I copy ⹎?
Copy the character directly from this page (⹎). You can also use the provided escapes in code (HTML, CSS, or JavaScript).
Does ⹎ have a common everyday meaning?
Not in everyday writing. It’s best understood as a specialized typographic punctuation mark used when a particular editorial punctuation repertoire is needed.
Will ⹎ display correctly on all devices?
Font support varies. If your font doesn’t include U+2E4E, the symbol may not render as intended, so check in your target environment.