U+2857 "" Braille Pattern Dots-12357 Unicode Character

Unicode Version 18.0

Source: Noto Sans Symbols 2 Source: Browser Default

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.

Encodings

HTML Decimal Encoding
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HTML Hex Encoding
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UTF-8 Encoding
0xE2 0xA1 0x97
UTF-16 Encoding
0x2857
UTF-32 Encoding
0x00002857
C/C++/Java Escape
\u2857