Step 1: Determine the UTF-8 encoding bit layout
The character Ἃ has the Unicode code point U+1F0B. 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+1F0B to binary:
00011111 00001011. 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 10111100 10001011
GREEK CAPITAL LETTER ALPHA WITH DASIA AND VARIA·U+1F0B
Ἃ
Character Information
Code Point
U+1F0B
HEX
1F0B
Unicode Plane
Basic Multilingual Plane
Category
Uppercase Letter
Character Representations
Click elements to copy| Encoding | Hex | Binary |
|---|---|---|
| UTF8 | E1 BC 8B | 11100001 10111100 10001011 |
| UTF16 (big Endian) | 1F 0B | 00011111 00001011 |
| UTF16 (little Endian) | 0B 1F | 00001011 00011111 |
| UTF32 (big Endian) | 00 00 1F 0B | 00000000 00000000 00011111 00001011 |
| UTF32 (little Endian) | 0B 1F 00 00 | 00001011 00011111 00000000 00000000 |
HTML Entity
Ἃ
URI Encoded
%E1%BC%8B
Description
The Unicode character U+1F0B, Greek Capital Letter Alpha with Dasia and Varia, is a unique typographical symbol that combines the standard capital letter 'A' from the Greek alphabet with the historical diacritics Dasia and Varia. This specific combination of characters has its origins in ancient Greece, where it was used primarily for textual notation and transcription purposes. In digital text, U+1F0B plays a crucial role in preserving the integrity of Greek texts that may require the use of these antique diacritics. It is often found in scholarly works, historical documents, and academic papers where a high level of accuracy and attention to detail are necessary. Its usage demonstrates an understanding of both the language's rich history and its current linguistic practices, contributing to the overall depth and authenticity of the text. The character U+1F0B is particularly significant in the fields of classical studies, ancient history, and linguistics, as it helps maintain a clear connection to the original texts written during the time of the Ancient Greeks. As such, its usage highlights the importance of preserving cultural heritage and the continued relevance of these ancient languages in modern society.
How to type the Ἃ symbol on Windows
Hold Alt and type 7947 on the numpad. Or use Character Map.