Cherokee Supplement Unicode Block

The Cherokee Supplement is a Unicode block that extends the representation of the Cherokee script, which is used primarily for writing the Cherokee language spoken by the Cherokee people. This script, originally developed by Sequoyah in the early 19th century, is notable for its syllabary structure, meaning each character represents a syllable rather than an individual phoneme. As a computing standard, the Cherokee Supplement Unicode block ensures that digital text supporting the Cherokee language can be accurately and consistently represented across different platforms and devices. The supplement consists of additional characters that were introduced to cover extended needs in modern Cherokee writing, enhancing the usability and completeness of the existing Cherokee Unicode block.

The inclusion of the Cherokee Supplement block is an important step towards preserving and revitalizing the Cherokee language in the digital age. By providing a means for comprehensive digital communication and documentation in Cherokee, this Unicode block supports language education, cultural preservation, and community engagement among the Cherokee people and those interested in this indigenous language. The expanded representation made possible by the Cherokee Supplement facilitates the production of a wider range of written materials, online content, and software applications, thereby promoting greater visibility and accessibility of the Cherokee language worldwide.

View a range of fonts that support the Cherokee Supplement block.

Below you will find all the characters that are in the Cherokee Supplement unicode block. Currently there are 80 characters in this block.