Letter Study Guide
Cursive Letter C
Comprehensive stroke guide, Unicode codes, letter anatomy, and copyable script variations for uppercase C and lowercase c.
Uppercase (Capital)
๐
Unicode:
U+1D49E Lowercase
๐ธ
Unicode:
U+1D4B8 Combined Pair
๐ ๐ธ
Phonetic: /siห/
Penmanship Guide
How to Write Cursive C & c
Follow the precise stroke order for flawless connected penmanship.
๐
Uppercase C Strokes
- 1 Start just below the top line with a small loop or hook.
- 2 Sweep wide to the left into a smooth crescent.
- 3 Curve around the baseline and exit with an upward right sweep.
๐ธ
Lowercase c Strokes
- 1 Sweep upward from baseline to midline.
- 2 Retrace counter-clockwise around into an open crescent.
- 3 Exit upward toward the next letter.
Ligatures & Connecting Rules
Connects easily from both baseline strokes and high midline exits.
Historical Note: Originally shared phonetic roots with Greek Gamma before Latin script separated C and G.
Example Words Featuring C
Practice connecting cursive C with these common words:
CalligraphyCreativeCharmCelestialCourage
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Unicode code point for cursive capital C?
The standard Unicode Mathematical Script character for capital C is ๐ with code point U+1D49E.
How do you connect lowercase c in a cursive word?
Connects easily from both baseline strokes and high midline exits.
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