U+05C5 "ׅ" Hebrew Mark Lower Dot Unicode Character
Unicode Version 18.0
Source: Browser Default
U+05C5 "ׅ" Hebrew Mark Lower Dot is a diacritical mark used in the Hebrew writing system, specifically classified as a cantillation mark or a point that modifies the pronunciation or vocalization of a base consonant. It appears as a small dot positioned below a Hebrew letter and historically assists in indicating specific phonetic nuances or intonations, often in liturgical or biblical texts. While its precise function can vary based on manuscript traditions, the mark is part of the larger system of Hebrew punctuation that helps clarify the reading of sacred or formal texts.
General Properties
Code Point
U+05C5
Name
Hebrew Mark Lower Dot
Encodings
HTML Decimal Encoding
ׅ
HTML Hex Encoding
ׅ
UTF-8 Encoding
0xD7 0x85
UTF-16 Encoding
0x05C5
UTF-32 Encoding
0x000005C5
C/C++/Java Escape
\u05c5
Unicode Properties
Numeric Value
NaN
Script Extensions
Hebrew