Step 1: Determine the UTF-8 encoding bit layout
The character ኾ has the Unicode code point U+12BE. 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+12BE to binary:
00010010 10111110. 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:
11100001 10001010 10111110
ETHIOPIC SYLLABLE KXO·U+12BE
ኾ
Character Information
Code Point
U+12BE
HEX
12BE
Unicode Plane
Basic Multilingual Plane
Category
Other Letter
Character Representations
Click elements to copy| Encoding | Hex | Binary |
|---|---|---|
| UTF8 | E1 8A BE | 11100001 10001010 10111110 |
| UTF16 (big Endian) | 12 BE | 00010010 10111110 |
| UTF16 (little Endian) | BE 12 | 10111110 00010010 |
| UTF32 (big Endian) | 00 00 12 BE | 00000000 00000000 00010010 10111110 |
| UTF32 (little Endian) | BE 12 00 00 | 10111110 00010010 00000000 00000000 |
HTML Entity
ኾ
URI Encoded
%E1%8A%BE
Description
The Unicode character U+12BE, known as the Ethiopic Syllable KXO, holds a significant position in digital text representation for the Ethiopian language. It is part of the Ethiopic script, which is primarily used to write Amharic, one of the most widely spoken Semitic languages globally. This syllable is utilized to represent specific phonetic sounds and plays an essential role in transcribing words accurately. In terms of cultural significance, the Ethiopic script has been in use for centuries, with evidence dating back to the 4th century AD. It has evolved over time while maintaining its unique structure, which consists of both abugida (a writing system where each character represents a consonant with an inherent vowel) and abjad (a writing system that mainly represents consonants) features. From a linguistic standpoint, U+12BE contributes to the richness and diversity of the Ethiopian languages, which include but are not limited to Amharic, Tigrinya, and Oromo. The Ethiopic script is also used in various religious texts, including Ge'ez, an ancient Semitic language predominantly employed for liturgical purposes by the Ethiopian Orthodox Church. Technically, the Ethiopic Syllable KXO and other related characters are vital components of the Unicode Standard, enabling accurate digital representation and exchange of texts in various languages. This standardization is crucial for effective communication across diverse linguistic communities and fosters global understanding. In summary, U+12BE serves as a critical element in preserving cultural heritage and promoting linguistic diversity within the Ethiopian language realm.
How to type the ኾ symbol on Windows
Hold Alt and type 4798 on the numpad. Or use Character Map.