Double Low-Reversed-9 Quotation Mark ⹂

⹂ (U+2E42) 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: Double Low-Reversed-9 Quotation Mark 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: DOUBLE LOW-REVERSED-9 QUOTATION MARK (U+2E42) is a symbol in the Supplemental Punctuation block. It serves as a quotation mark in some writing systems and styles. Text using this mark can look different from ordinary quotes. The character helps to show speech or emphasis in narrow or specialized contexts. It is one of several punctuation marks that support text structure. The usage side is simple: punctuation marks structure text and convey tone. This can help readers hear if the dialogue is calm, quoted, or special. Usage conventions differ by style and locale. Some editors prefer it in technical or regional texts, while others avoid it in favor of standard quotation marks. Writers choose how to place this mark based on readability and tradition. The symbol may appear in sequences with other brackets or as a paired element within a larger punctuation system. Overall, the mark adds a distinct signaling function without steady, universal rules across languages and styles. Practically, it guides readers through quoted material and the author’s voice.

Copy and input: the quickest method is to copy the character here. You can also insert it by its codepoint U+2E42 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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