U+1D5A "ᵚ" Modifier Letter Small Turned M Unicode Character

U+1D5A "ᵚ" Modifier Letter Small Turned M is a typographic symbol classified as a modifier letter, representing a smaller, rotated version of the uppercase M. It is used primarily in phonetic transcription systems, particularly within the International Phonetic Alphabet (IPA) and in certain orthographies, to denote a specific sound quality or a modification of the preceding character, often indicating a velar or labialized articulation. The character belongs to the Phonetic Extensions block of Unicode and is distinct from the standard Latin letter M, serving as a diacritic-like mark rather than a standalone letter.