∷
Proportion Symbol (∷)
Copy the Proportion 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 proportion sign ∷ is used in classical proportion notation: a ∶ b ∷ c ∶ d. Its official Unicode name is PROPORTION.
Codes and properties
| Character | ∷ |
|---|---|
| Unicode name | PROPORTION |
| Code point | U+2237 |
| Decimal | 8759 |
| Unicode block | Mathematical Operators |
| HTML entity | ∷ · ∷ |
| CSS | \2237 |
| JavaScript / JSON | \u2237 |
| Python | \u2237 or \N{PROPORTION} |
| UTF-8 bytes | E2 88 B7 |
| LaTeX | :: |
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
2237then press Alt+X. In any app, Win+. opens the symbol panel. - Mac: switch to the Unicode Hex Input keyboard, hold Option and type
2237; or press Ctrl+Cmd+Space and search “proportion”. - Linux (GTK/IBus): press Ctrl+Shift+U, type
2237, then Space. - HTML:
∷renders as ∷. - LaTeX:
::in math mode.
Frequently asked questions
How do I type ∷ on Windows?
In Microsoft Word type 2237 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 ∷ (hex) or ∷ (decimal).
What is the LaTeX command for ∷?
Use :: in math mode.