Tangsa Unicode Block

The Unicode block Tangsa, which is a relatively recent addition to the Unicode Standard, was introduced in version 15.1, released in September 2023. This block is dedicated to the script used by the Tangsa people, an indigenous community residing primarily in northeast India and parts of Myanmar. The Tangsa script, which emerged as a means of representing the Tangsa language distinctly, includes characters that are specifically tailored to the phonetic requirements of the language. The script plays a crucial role in preserving the cultural heritage and linguistic identity of the Tangsa people, helping foster a written tradition that complements their rich oral history.

With its allocation in the Unicode Standard, the Tangsa script gains technological accessibility, allowing for its usage in digital formats across various platforms and devices. This inclusion aids in the documentation and educational efforts for the language, ensuring its usage can be sustained and promoted among newer generations. Also, the block features a variety of characters, including consonants and vowels, which reflect the complex tonal nature of the language. The digitization of the script not only empowers the Tangsa people to communicate and share their language in the modern world but also contributes to the global effort in preserving linguistic diversity by recognizing and acknowledging minority scripts.

View a range of fonts that support the Tangsa block.

Below you will find all the characters that are in the Tangsa unicode block. Currently there are 89 characters in this block.