U+16B6C "𖭬" Pahawh Hmong Sign Av Unicode Character

U+16B6C "𖭬" Pahawh Hmong Sign Av is a diacritical mark used in the Pahawh Hmong script, which was invented in the 20th century to write the Hmong language and preserves a complex system of tonal and phonetic distinctions. Specifically, this sign indicates the "av" tone, modifying the pronunciation of a syllable to reflect a particular rising or level pitch characteristic of certain Hmong dialects. As part of the Pahawh Hmong block in Unicode, it helps digitally represent a unique Southeast Asian syllabary that combines consonant and vowel symbols with tone markers, supporting the cultural and linguistic preservation of the Hmong community.