Short a is represented by light dot – Shorthand

By: Prof. Dr. Fazal Rehman | Last updated: January 31, 2025

AD shorthand

At shorthand

1. A is a short vowel “A” represented by a light weight dot on the left side of the “t” stroke. (Vowel Position: 1st)
2. T straight downward stroke.

Batch shorthand

1. B is represented by a heavy slanting stroke, moving downward from left to right
2. A is represented by a small dot placed on the right side of the “B” stroke to indicate the short “A” vowel sound. (Vowel Position: 2nd)
3. CH is represented by a light stroke, slanting downward to the right.

Vat shorthand

1. V: Represented by a stroke that starts with a slight downward curve, then angles downward to the right.
2. A: Represented by a small dot placed to the right side of the “V” stroke to indicate the short “A” vowel sound.(Vowel Position: 1st)
3. T: Represented by a straight downward stroke.

Tap shorthand