Syrian Pound Symbol (LS)
The Syrian Pound is symbolized in Latin script by LS or £S and in Arabic as ل.س (Lām-Sīn, for ليرة سورية / Līra Sūriyya). Issued by the Central Bank of Syria, it is the official currency of the Syrian Arab Republic.
Typographic & Developer Encoding Codes
Quickly copy HTML entities, CSS content escape sequences, and Unicode code points for Syrian Pound.
| Format | Value / Code | Description | Action |
|---|---|---|---|
| Raw Symbol | LS | Standard plain text character or abbreviation | |
| Encoding Classification | Plain Latin Letters | Written as standard text without a single dedicated Unicode point | |
| Base Character / Block | None (Plain Latin letters) | None (Written as plain text) | |
| HTML Representation | LS | Standard text in HTML documents (No dedicated entity) | |
| CSS Content String | "LS " | CSS content string for pseudo-elements |
How to Type Syrian Pound Symbol (LS) on Any Device
Windows PC
Type LS directly as standard letters on your physical keyboard.
Mac / macOS
Type LS directly as plain letters on your keyboard.
iPhone & iPad (iOS)
Type LS
Android (Gboard)
Type LS
Formatting Rules & Real-World Examples
Symbol Placement: Before Amount
In standard financial notation, the Syrian Pound symbol is positioned immediately before the numerical amount.
Typography & International Usage Guidelines
In English and French commercial documents, LS or £S precedes the amount (LS 5,000). In domestic Arabic text, the abbreviation ل.س is placed after the number. Subunit piastres (qirsh) are obsolete due to inflation.
Common Mistakes to Avoid
- Confusing Syrian Pound (SYP) with Lebanese Pound (LBP).
- Inventing single-character Unicode symbols for Syrian pound.
- Attempting to use fractional piastres in modern transactions.
Historical Background & Monetary Evolution
Following the fall of the Ottoman Empire, France introduced the Syrian pound in 1919 through the Banque de Syrie, pegged to the French franc at 1 pound = 20 francs. Syria became independent in 1946 and separated its monetary system from Lebanon in 1948. In 1953, the Central Bank of Syria took over monetary issuance.
Countries & Jurisdictions Using LS
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Frequently Asked Questions about Syrian Pound (LS)
Common questions and direct answers regarding currency symbols, typing shortcuts, and international formatting.
What is the Arabic abbreviation for the Syrian Pound?
The Arabic abbreviation is ل.س (Lām-Sīn), representing Līra Sūriyya (ليرة سورية).
What is the ISO 4217 code for Syrian Pound?
The standard code is SYP (numeric 760).
Why is the Syrian pound called 'lira' in Arabic?
Like many former Ottoman territories, Arabic speakers retained the word 'lira' (derived from Roman libra) as the native term for pound.