∛
Cube Root Symbol (∛)
Copy the Cube Root symbol ∛ to your clipboard, and see its Unicode code point, HTML entity, LaTeX command and how to type it on any device.
What does ∛ mean?
The cube root sign ∛ denotes the cube root: ∛27 = 3. Its official Unicode name is CUBE ROOT.
Codes and properties
| Character | ∛ |
|---|---|
| Unicode name | CUBE ROOT |
| Code point | U+221B |
| Decimal | 8731 |
| Unicode block | Mathematical Operators |
| HTML entity | ∛ · ∛ |
| CSS | \221B |
| JavaScript / JSON | \u221B |
| Python | \u221B or \N{CUBE ROOT} |
| UTF-8 bytes | E2 88 9B |
| LaTeX | \sqrt[3]{x} |
How to type ∛
- Copy & paste: press the Copy button above, then paste ∛ anywhere — Word, Google Docs, email, chat or code.
- Windows (Word, WordPad, Outlook): type
221Bthen press Alt+X. In any app, Win+. opens the symbol panel. - Mac (any symbol): switch to the Unicode Hex Input keyboard, hold Option and type
221B; or press Ctrl+Cmd+Space and search “cube root”. - Linux (GTK/IBus): press Ctrl+Shift+U, type
221b, then Space. - HTML:
∛renders as ∛. - LaTeX:
\sqrt[3]{x}in math mode (amssymb package for some symbols).
Frequently asked questions
How do I type ∛ on Windows?
In Microsoft Word type 221B and press Alt+X. In any app press Win+. to open the symbol panel, or copy ∛ from this page.
How do I type ∛ on a Mac?
Open the Character Viewer with Ctrl+Cmd+Space and search “cube root”, or switch to Unicode Hex Input and hold Option while typing 221B.
What is the HTML code for ∛?
Use ∛ (hex) or ∛ (decimal).
What is the LaTeX command for ∛?
Use \sqrt[3]{x} in math mode.
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Reference: Unicode code chart: Mathematical Operators (U+2200–U+22FF)