<rp>

The HTML <rp> element offers parentheses or alternative text for browsers lacking support for ruby annotations. It is used in conjunction with <ruby>, <rt>, and <rb> to enhance the presentation of ruby text.

`<rp>` Tag

The <rp> element in HTML provides fallback text, typically parentheses, for ruby annotations when a browser does not support the <ruby> element. It ensures that pronunciation guides or explanations remain readable.

Syntax

index.html

<ruby>
  Base Text
  <rt>Annotation</rt>
  <rp>(</rp>
  <rp>)</rp>
</ruby>

`rp` Demo

Example with ruby text: 漢字Kanji(Kanji (fallback)).

index.html

<p>
  Example with ruby text: <ruby>漢字<rt>Kanji</rt><rp>(</rp><rtc>Kanji (fallback)</rtc><rp>)</rp></ruby>.
</p>

Definition and Usage

The <rp> tag is used within <ruby> to provide readable fallback content for browsers that do not support ruby annotations.

The <ruby> tag wraps text that requires annotation.
The <rt> element supplies pronunciation or explanation.
The <rp> tag ensures clarity by adding visible characters, such as parentheses, in unsupported browsers.

Attributes

This element supports global attributes.

<ruby> – Defines ruby annotation.
<rt> – Specifies the annotation text.
<rb> – Marks the base text in a ruby annotation.
<rtc> – Groups multiple annotations.

Conclusion

The <rp> tag plays a vital role in enhancing accessibility by ensuring that ruby annotations remain understandable, even when browser support is lacking. It works alongside <ruby> and <rt> to improve text presentation, particularly for languages requiring pronunciation guides or clarifications.

<rb>

The HTML <rb> element defines the base text for a ruby annotation, working with <rt> and <rp> to offer pronunciation or supplementary information for East Asian scripts.

<rt>

The HTML <rt> element defines the ruby text or pronunciation for a <ruby> annotation, offering additional context to assist with reading East Asian characters.