Left Transposition Bracket ⸉

⸉ (U+2E09) is a standard Unicode character that you can copy and paste anywhere text is accepted. This page provides a concise reference with safe tips, internal links, and practical guidance so you can use it reliably across apps and platforms.

What it is and where it’s used: Left Transposition Bracket is part of the Symbols family (block: Supplemental Punctuation). If you need styled or decorative alternatives, try our Fancy Text tool to generate compatible text that works in most modern interfaces.

History & usage: Left Transposition Bracket is a symbol in the Unicode block Supplemental Punctuation. Its codepoint is U+2E09. It belongs to the Common script and is used in text as a bracket element. In writing and in code, brackets and quotes delimit groups, parameters, or quoted text. This bracket helps mark the start of a block that should be treated as a unit. It works with other brackets to organize items and to set apart sections of text. In code, it can show where a group begins before a function or a list of values. In formal writing, it can signal quoted terms or transcription notes. The symbol is designed to be visually distinct in mixed text, so readers can recognize its role quickly. It is one of several punctuation signs chosen for broad compatibility across languages. Because it carries a specific typographic purpose, it often appears with other punctuation marks and spacing rules that signal grouping or quotation. Its use is practical in documents, lists, and simple code snippets where clear demarcation matters.

Copy and input: the quickest method is to copy the character here. You can also insert it by its codepoint U+2E09 in many development tools or editors. Some operating systems provide a character viewer or input palette that lets you search by name or code and insert the glyph into documents.

Display and fallback: if you see an empty box (tofu) or a placeholder rectangle, the active font might not include this codepoint. Switching to a font with broader Unicode coverage or using a fallback font usually fixes the issue. On the web, ensure the page’s font stack includes a general‑purpose fallback.

Related references: browse the Categories for similar characters. When choosing a symbol, prefer the official codepoint for semantic clarity and better compatibility with search, copy, and accessibility tooling.

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