Arabic Extended-B Unicode Block

The Arabic Extended-B Unicode block is a dedicated range of characters that provides additional support for writing systems based on the Arabic script. This block extends the capabilities of earlier Arabic Unicode allocations by incorporating characters that are needed for lesser-known languages and dialects that utilize the Arabic script but are not fully covered by the primary Arabic block. Located in the Unicode range from U+0870 to U+089F, the Arabic Extended-B block is crucial for digital text processing and representation in diverse linguistic contexts. By providing these additional characters, Unicode aims to foster linguistic diversity and ensure digital inclusivity across different communities that rely on the Arabic script.

The inclusion of characters in the Arabic Extended-B block facilitates the accurate encoding of languages such as Rohingya and other African and Asian languages that have been historically underserved in digital contexts. This block contains consonant letters, additional diacritics, and modifier letters that help in precise phonetic transcriptions and represent the nuanced sounds of languages. By extending the Arabic script through this block, Unicode continues its mission of enabling global communication and preserving the richness of human languages in the digital age, ensuring that all users can express their language and cultural identity accurately and fully in digital formats.

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

Below you will find all the characters that are in the Arabic Extended-B unicode block. Currently there are 43 characters in this block.