Step 1: Determine the UTF-8 encoding bit layout
The character ࠔ has the Unicode code point U+0814. 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+0814 to binary:
00001000 00010100. 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 10100000 10010100
SAMARITAN LETTER SHAN·U+0814
ࠔ
Character Information
Code Point
U+0814
HEX
0814
Unicode Plane
Basic Multilingual Plane
Category
Other Letter
Character Representations
Click elements to copy| Encoding | Hex | Binary |
|---|---|---|
| UTF8 | E0 A0 94 | 11100000 10100000 10010100 |
| UTF16 (big Endian) | 08 14 | 00001000 00010100 |
| UTF16 (little Endian) | 14 08 | 00010100 00001000 |
| UTF32 (big Endian) | 00 00 08 14 | 00000000 00000000 00001000 00010100 |
| UTF32 (little Endian) | 14 08 00 00 | 00010100 00001000 00000000 00000000 |
HTML Entity
ࠔ
URI Encoded
%E0%A0%94
Description
The character U+0814, known as SAMARITAN LETTER SHAN, holds significant importance within the realm of typography and digital text. As a critical component of the Samaritan alphabet, it is primarily utilized in transcribing texts written in the ancient Samaritan language. This language is predominantly spoken by the Samaritan community residing in Israel, who are among the few remaining descendants of the ancient Hebrew sect known as the Samaritans. In digital text, SAMARITAN LETTER SHAN serves as an essential glyph for accurate representation and preservation of traditional Samaritan texts, enabling scholars and linguists to access and analyze historical documents and literature. Its inclusion in Unicode ensures that this distinctive letter can be encoded and displayed consistently across various platforms and applications, thereby contributing to the broader understanding of the rich cultural and linguistic heritage of the Samaritan community. The technical context surrounding U+0814 is rooted in the need for a standardized encoding system that supports the diverse array of scripts and languages found throughout the world. By assigning each character a unique code point, Unicode facilitates seamless communication between digital devices and platforms, enabling users to access and share information in various languages, including the Samaritan language, with ease and precision. In summary, SAMARITAN LETTER SHAN (U+0814) plays a pivotal role in digital text by providing accurate representation of the ancient Samaritan script, thus preserving an essential aspect of cultural heritage. Its inclusion in Unicode reflects a commitment to inclusivity and accessibility for all languages, fostering greater understanding and appreciation of the world's diverse linguistic and cultural landscapes.
How to type the ࠔ symbol on Windows
Hold Alt and type 2068 on the numpad. Or use Character Map.