HTML5 <rp> Tag

Example

A ruby annotation:

<ruby>
漢 <rt><rp>(</rp>ㄏㄢˋ<rp>)</rp></rt>
</ruby>

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Definition and Usage

The <rp> tag is used in ruby annotations, to define what to show browsers that do not support the ruby element.

A ruby annotation is Chinese notes or characters.

Used in East Asia, to show the pronunciation of East Asian characters.

Use together with the <ruby> and the <rt> tags:

The ruby element consists of one or more characters (that needs an explanation/pronunciation), and a rt element that gives that information, and optionally a rp element that defines what to show browsers that do not support the "ruby" tag.

Differences Between HTML 4.01 and HTML5

The <rp> tag is new in HTML5.

Tips and Notes

Note: A browser that supports the "ruby" element will not show the content of a "rp" element.

Standard Attributes

The <rp> tag also supports the Standard Attributes in HTML5.

Event Attributes

The <rp> tag also supports the Event Attributes in HTML5.