Right Double Quotation Mark

Commonly referred to as a curly or smart quote, the Right Double Quotation Mark functions as the closing counterpart to an opening quotation mark. In typical English typography, it is represented as a curved character that tapers downward, often resembling the shape of a tiny number ninety-nine. Belongs to the General Punctuation block, this mark is distinct from the straight quotation mark used on standard physical keyboards and is categorized formally as initial punctuation.

In modern writing, this character appears frequently in digital publishing and professional typography to enclose direct speech or excerpts within a body of text. Beyond literature and journalism, it is often seen in social media posts and graphic design where polished, traditional aesthetics are preferred over neutral straight quotes. Because it is a directional mark, it specifically signals the end of a cited passage or a playful nickname in informal contexts.