U+2857 "⡗" Braille Pattern Dots-12357 Unicode Character
Unicode Version 17.0
U+2857 "⡗" Braille Pattern Dots-12357 is a specific cell within the Unicode Braille Patterns block, representing a tactile dot configuration used in the Braille writing system for the blind and visually impaired. This particular pattern has the first, second, third, fifth, and seventh dots raised, which corresponds to a combination of dot positions in a standard 2 by 3 or 2 by 4 Braille cell grid. In many Braille codes, this pattern may stand for a specific letter, contraction, or punctuation mark depending on the language and context, such as representing the letter "p" in some eight-dot Braille systems or serving as a component in mathematical or computer notation. Being part of the Unicode standard, it ensures consistent digital representation and exchange of Braille text across different platforms and devices, facilitating accessibility and communication for users who rely on Braille.
General Properties
Encodings
| HTML Decimal Encoding |
⡗ |
| HTML Hex Encoding |
⡗ |
| UTF-8 Encoding |
0xE2 0xA1 0x97 |
| UTF-16 Encoding |
0x2857 |
| UTF-32 Encoding |
0x00002857 |
| C/C++/Java Escape |
\u2857 |
Unicode Properties