Step 1: Determine the UTF-8 encoding bit layout
The character ⷕ has the Unicode code point U+2DD5. In UTF-8, it is encoded using 3 bytes because its codepoint is in the range of
0x0800to0xffff.
Therefore we know that the UTF-8 encoding will be done over 16 bits within the final 24 bits and that it will have the format:1110xxxx 10xxxxxx 10xxxxxx
Where thexare the payload bits.UTF-8 Encoding bit layout by codepoint range Codepoint Range Bytes Bit pattern Payload length U+0000 - U+007F 1 0xxxxxxx 7 bits U+0080 - U+07FF 2 110xxxxx 10xxxxxx 11 bits U+0800 - U+FFFF 3 1110xxxx 10xxxxxx 10xxxxxx 16 bits U+10000 - U+10FFFF 4 11110xxx 10xxxxxx 10xxxxxx 10xxxxxx 21 bits Step 2: Obtain the payload bits:
Convert the hexadecimal code point U+2DD5 to binary:
00101101 11010101. Those are the payload bits.Step 3: Fill in the bits to match the bit pattern:
Obtain the final bytes by arranging the paylod bits to match the bit layout:
11100010 10110111 10010101
ETHIOPIC SYLLABLE XYE·U+2DD5
ⷕ
Character Information
Code Point
U+2DD5
HEX
2DD5
Unicode Plane
Basic Multilingual Plane
Category
Other Letter
Character Representations
Click elements to copy| Encoding | Hex | Binary |
|---|---|---|
| UTF8 | E2 B7 95 | 11100010 10110111 10010101 |
| UTF16 (big Endian) | 2D D5 | 00101101 11010101 |
| UTF16 (little Endian) | D5 2D | 11010101 00101101 |
| UTF32 (big Endian) | 00 00 2D D5 | 00000000 00000000 00101101 11010101 |
| UTF32 (little Endian) | D5 2D 00 00 | 11010101 00101101 00000000 00000000 |
HTML Entity
ⷕ
URI Encoded
%E2%B7%95
Description
The Unicode character U+2DD5, known as the Ethiopic Syllable XYE, holds a significant position in the realm of digital text, specifically within the Ethiopic script system. This character plays an essential role in transcribing and encoding the Ethiopic language, which is predominantly used in Ethiopia and Eritrea. U+2DD5 is part of the Ethiopic Extended Unicode block, a set of characters designed to cover the entire range of phonetic units required for the Ethiopic script. U+2DD5's primary purpose is to facilitate accurate representation and communication of the Ethiopic language in digital formats. As a part of this script, it contributes to the smooth flow of written text, enabling readers to comprehend the meaning behind each syllable and word. This character is instrumental in preserving cultural heritage, as it allows for the transmission of ancient texts, oral traditions, and modern literature in the Ethiopic language. In the context of linguistic studies and typography, U+2DD5 serves as a valuable tool to explore the intricate features of the Ethiopic script, providing scholars and enthusiasts with the means to analyze its unique characteristics, such as its directionality, abugida system, and phonetic units. Furthermore, its inclusion in the Unicode standard ensures interoperability across different platforms and devices, promoting digital inclusivity for the Ethiopic language's speakers and learners worldwide.
How to type the ⷕ symbol on Windows
Hold Alt and type 11733 on the numpad. Or use Character Map.