∩
Intersection Symbol (∩)
Copy the Intersection 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?
∩ is set intersection: A ∩ B contains the elements in both A and B. Its official Unicode name is INTERSECTION.
Codes and properties
| Character | ∩ |
|---|---|
| Unicode name | INTERSECTION |
| Code point | U+2229 |
| Decimal | 8745 |
| Unicode block | Mathematical Operators |
| HTML entity | ∩ · ∩ · ∩ |
| CSS | \2229 |
| JavaScript / JSON | \u2229 |
| Python | \u2229 or \N{INTERSECTION} |
| UTF-8 bytes | E2 88 A9 |
| LaTeX | \cap |
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
2229then press Alt+X. In any app, Win+. opens the symbol panel. - Mac: switch to the Unicode Hex Input keyboard, hold Option and type
2229; or press Ctrl+Cmd+Space and search “intersection”. - Linux (GTK/IBus): press Ctrl+Shift+U, type
2229, then Space. - HTML:
∩renders as ∩. - LaTeX:
\capin math mode (amssymb package for some symbols).
Frequently asked questions
How do I type ∩ on Windows?
In Microsoft Word type 2229 and press Alt+X. In any app press Win+. to open the symbol panel, or copy ∩ from this page.
What is the HTML code for ∩?
Use ∩ or ∩ (hex) or ∩ (decimal).
What is the LaTeX command for ∩?
Use \cap in math mode.