Ezdiki Script Available in Unicode

Unicode and the Ezidi Language

The Unicode Consortium, which is responsible for standardising character encoding across digital platforms, has made significant strides in ensuring that all languages, including the Ezidi language, are represented digitally.

Recently, the Unicode Standard has included characters specifically for the Ezidi language (Ezdiki) and when writing about the Ezidi religion (Sharfadin). This means that the unique letters and symbols used in the Ezidi language can now be consistently displayed and used across all digital platforms that support Unicode, such as websites, apps, and social media.

This inclusion allows the Ezidi language to be written accurately in digital environments, preserving its integrity and helping future generations connect with their cultural heritage online. Unicode’s role in ensuring the correct representation of the Ezidi script contributes to greater visibility of Ezidi culture in the global digital landscape.

By using Unicode, Ezidis can now share and engage with digital content in their native script more easily, whether it’s literature, music, or everyday communication. This is a positive step forward in the digital representation of our language and culture.

For those interested in learning more, you can explore the Unicode character charts to see the full list of Ezidi letters now included in the standard.

To use the Ezidi script in Microsoft Word, you can install a Unicode font that supports the script. After downloading a compatible font (such as from a trusted source), install it on your system by following the standard steps for your operating system (right-click to install on Windows or use Font Book on Mac). Once installed, you can select the font in Word and start typing or pasting Ezidi script characters. Just ensure your font supports the Ezidi Unicode range, and you’ll be ready to use it in practice!