Step 1: Determine the UTF-8 encoding bit layout
The character ູ has the Unicode code point U+0EB9. 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+0EB9 to binary:
00001110 10111001. 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:
11100000 10111010 10111001
LAO VOWEL SIGN UU·U+0EB9
ູ
Character Information
Code Point
U+0EB9
HEX
0EB9
Unicode Plane
Basic Multilingual Plane
Category
Nonspacing Mark
Character Representations
Click elements to copy| Encoding | Hex | Binary |
|---|---|---|
| UTF8 | E0 BA B9 | 11100000 10111010 10111001 |
| UTF16 (big Endian) | 0E B9 | 00001110 10111001 |
| UTF16 (little Endian) | B9 0E | 10111001 00001110 |
| UTF32 (big Endian) | 00 00 0E B9 | 00000000 00000000 00001110 10111001 |
| UTF32 (little Endian) | B9 0E 00 00 | 10111001 00001110 00000000 00000000 |
HTML Entity
ູ
URI Encoded
%E0%BA%B9
Description
The Unicode character U+0EB9, also known as LAO VOWEL SIGN UU, holds a significant position in the realm of digital text, especially within the Thai language. Its primary role is to serve as a diacritic mark for certain vowels in the Thai script. In this context, it is used to modify the sound value of a syllable by altering the pronunciation of the preceding vowel. As a unique aspect, LAO VOWEL SIGN UU is essential to accurately represent the phonetic nuances of the Thai language in written form. This is especially important for preserving the linguistic integrity and cultural identity of the Thai people. The accurate representation of vowel sounds in digital text also plays a crucial role in facilitating effective communication, both within and beyond Thailand's borders. In addition to its linguistic significance, LAO VOWEL SIGN UU is an essential component in the technical implementation of digital text encoding systems, particularly those using the Unicode Standard. This character ensures that software applications, websites, and other digital platforms can correctly interpret and display Thai text with accurate phonetic representation. In summary, the Unicode character U+0EB9 (LAO VOWEL SIGN UU) is a vital element in the digital representation of the Thai language, playing a crucial role in preserving linguistic accuracy, cultural identity, and effective communication within the Thai-speaking community.
How to type the ູ symbol on Windows
Hold Alt and type 3769 on the numpad. Or use Character Map.