Latin Extended-B Unicode Block

The "Latin Extended-B" block is a Unicode character block that encompasses an array of additional Latin characters, supplementing those found in the basic Latin and Latin-1 Supplement blocks. Specifically, it covers the range from U+0180 to U+024F. This block includes a variety of characters that are frequently used in the transcription of various languages across the globe, thereby providing the necessary linguistic support for many indigenous and historical languages that utilize the Latin script. The inclusion of characters such as additional consonants, vowels with diacritics, and special letters allows for the accurate representation of phonetic and orthographic systems that are not adequately serviced by the more commonly used Latin characters.

The Latin Extended-B block plays a crucial role in enabling digital text representation for numerous linguistic communities and scholarly fields. It includes letters employed in alphabets like those of African, Native American, and some Southeast Asian languages, as well as phonetic transcription symbols that are essential to linguistic research and documentation. Furthermore, this block contains characters that have been conventionally used in medieval scripts, transliteration of other scripts, and specialized scientific notations. The diversity of characters within this block underscores the importance of Unicode in preserving and promoting global linguistic diversity by ensuring that lesser-known languages remain accessible in the digital realm.

View a range of fonts that support the Latin Extended-B block.

Below you will find all the characters that are in the Latin Extended-B unicode block. Currently there are 208 characters in this block.