Gurmukhi Unicode Script

Gurmukhi is a script primarily used for writing the Punjabi language, one of the most widely spoken languages in South Asia, specifically in the Punjab region of India and Pakistan. The term "Gurmukhi" translates to "from the mouth of the Guru," reflecting its deep roots in Sikh tradition and spirituality. It was standardized by Guru Angad Dev, the second of the ten Sikh Gurus, in the 16th century, to provide a consistent scriptural foundation for Sikh religious texts, including the Guru Granth Sahib, the central religious scripture of Sikhism. The script is an abugida, meaning each character represents a consonant with an inherent vowel sound, which can be altered with the use of diacritics.

Characterized by its distinctive rounded and connected letter forms, Gurmukhi is composed of 35 fundamental consonants, known as "akhar," and 9 vowel symbols. It also employs additional signs and subscript forms to articulate different phonetic nuances and tonal variations inherent in Punjabi. This phonetic precision makes it well-suited not just for religious texts but also for capturing the rich literary, cultural, and everyday expressions of the Punjabi language. In its unicoded form, Gurmukhi script allows for digital representation and communication, enabling broader accessibility and preservation of the cultural and linguistic heritage it embodies.

Below you will find all the characters that are in the 'Gurmukhi' unicode script category. Currently there are 80 characters in this category.