Tamil Unicode Block - Page 2

The Unicode block for Tamil, ranging from U+0B80 to U+0BFF, is dedicated to the script used predominantly to write the Tamil language, which is native to the Tamil Nadu state of India and the northern part of Sri Lanka. This script is an abugida, utilizing consonant-vowel combinations to form syllabic units. The block encompasses a total of 128 code points, offering a comprehensive range of characters needed to accurately represent modern as well as classical Tamil text. Included in this range are independent vowels, consonants, various diacritics for forming vowel signs, numerals, and a collection of symbols that are essential for punctuation and other textual nuances. These characters facilitate the digital representation, processing, and dissemination of Tamil texts across computing platforms globally, allowing for cultural and literary preservation in a rapidly digitizing world.

The Tamil script, a member of the Brahmic family of scripts, is distinguished by its rounded shapes, which historically evolved due to the practice of writing on palm leaves that could easily tear with straight lines. In the Unicode standard, each character in the Tamil block is uniquely defined and coded to ensure consistent rendering across different systems and devices, bridging the gap between traditional script use and modern digital communication. Besides supporting standard Tamil writing, the Unicode block also allows for the accommodation of regional dialectical variations and scholarly work in Tamil literature, linguistics, and philology, providing an indispensable tool for educators, researchers, and digital content creators who engage with Tamil script and language. This global standardization fosters inclusivity and accessibility, ensuring the Tamil language retains its rightful place in the digital age.

View a range of fonts that support the Tamil block.

Below you will find all the characters that are in the Tamil unicode block. Currently there are 72 characters in this block.