Low Double Prime Quotation Mark 〟

〟 (U+301F) 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: Low Double Prime Quotation Mark is part of the Symbols family (block: CJK Symbols and 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: The character LOW DOUBLE PRIME QUOTATION MARK has the code point U+301F and sits in the CJK Symbols and Punctuation block with the script that is Common. In practice, this symbol behaves as a punctuation mark. It helps structure text and convey tone. Its use varies with style and locale, so writers may treat it differently depending on the writing system and typography they follow. In some texts, it appears as a closing marker or as a quotation sign within East Asian layouts, where vertical and horizontal writing can influence its role. Since punctuation marks shape how a sentence flows, this mark contributes to rhythm and clarity when paired with other symbols in a line or paragraph. Editors and typographers choose spacing and placement to maintain consistency. The symbol is one of several marks that readers recognize for a particular function, and its interpretation often rests on the surrounding punctuation and the surrounding language rules. As a result, usage is practical and flexible, adapting to the needs of the text and the preferences of the author or publisher. In all cases, its primary purpose remains to organize text and convey subtle meaning through punctuation.

Copy and input: the quickest method is to copy the character here. You can also insert it by its codepoint U+301F 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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