Partial Derivative Symbol (β)
Copy the Partial Derivative symbol β to your clipboard, and see its Unicode code point, HTML entity, LaTeX command and how to type it on any device.
What does β mean?
The partial derivative symbol denotes differentiation of a multivariable function with respect to one variable while holding the others constant β written βf/βx. It is essential to multivariable calculus, thermodynamics and physics.
Codes and properties
| Character | β |
|---|---|
| Unicode name | PARTIAL DIFFERENTIAL |
| Code point | U+2202 |
| Decimal | 8706 |
| Unicode block | Mathematical Operators |
| HTML entity | ∂ Β· ∂ Β· ∂ |
| CSS | \2202 |
| JavaScript / JSON | \u2202 |
| Python | \u2202 or \N{PARTIAL DIFFERENTIAL} |
| UTF-8 bytes | E2 88 82 |
| LaTeX | \partial |
How to type β
- Copy & paste: press the Copy button above, then paste β anywhere β Word, Google Docs, email, chat or code.
- Windows (Word, WordPad, Outlook): type
2202then press Alt+X. In any app, Win+. opens the symbol panel. - Mac: switch to the Unicode Hex Input keyboard, hold Option and type
2202; or press Ctrl+Cmd+Space and search βpartial differentialβ. - Linux (GTK/IBus): press Ctrl+Shift+U, type
2202, then Space. - HTML:
∂renders as β. - LaTeX:
\partialin math mode (amssymb package for some symbols).
Frequently asked questions
How is β different from d?
β is used when a function has several variables and you differentiate with respect to just one; d is for singleβvariable derivatives.
Where is β used?
Multivariable calculus, differential equations, thermodynamics and field theory.
How do I type β on Windows?
In Microsoft Word type 2202 and press Alt+X. In any app press Win+. to open the symbol panel, or copy β from this page.
What is the HTML code for β?
Use ∂ or ∂ (hex) or ∂ (decimal).
What is the LaTeX command for β?
Use \partial in math mode.