∴
Therefore Symbol (∴)
Copy the Therefore 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?
∴ means “therefore” and introduces a conclusion in a proof. Its official Unicode name is THEREFORE.
Codes and properties
| Character | ∴ |
|---|---|
| Unicode name | THEREFORE |
| Code point | U+2234 |
| Decimal | 8756 |
| Unicode block | Mathematical Operators |
| HTML entity | ∴ · ∴ · ∴ |
| CSS | \2234 |
| JavaScript / JSON | \u2234 |
| Python | \u2234 or \N{THEREFORE} |
| UTF-8 bytes | E2 88 B4 |
| LaTeX | \therefore |
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
2234then press Alt+X. In any app, Win+. opens the symbol panel. - Mac: switch to the Unicode Hex Input keyboard, hold Option and type
2234; or press Ctrl+Cmd+Space and search “therefore”. - Linux (GTK/IBus): press Ctrl+Shift+U, type
2234, then Space. - HTML:
∴renders as ∴. - LaTeX:
\thereforein math mode (amssymb package for some symbols).
Frequently asked questions
How do I type ∴ on Windows?
In Microsoft Word type 2234 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 \therefore in math mode.