β
Asymptotically Equal To Symbol (β)
Copy the Asymptotically Equal To 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?
β means βis asymptotically equal toβ and also denotes homotopy equivalence or isomorphism in some fields. Its official Unicode name is ASYMPTOTICALLY EQUAL TO.
Codes and properties
| Character | β |
|---|---|
| Unicode name | ASYMPTOTICALLY EQUAL TO |
| Code point | U+2243 |
| Decimal | 8771 |
| Unicode block | Mathematical Operators |
| HTML entity | ≃ Β· ≃ |
| CSS | \2243 |
| JavaScript / JSON | \u2243 |
| Python | \u2243 or \N{ASYMPTOTICALLY EQUAL TO} |
| UTF-8 bytes | E2 89 83 |
| LaTeX | \simeq |
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
2243then press Alt+X. In any app, Win+. opens the symbol panel. - Mac: switch to the Unicode Hex Input keyboard, hold Option and type
2243; or press Ctrl+Cmd+Space and search βasymptotically equal toβ. - Linux (GTK/IBus): press Ctrl+Shift+U, type
2243, then Space. - HTML:
≃renders as β. - LaTeX:
\simeqin math mode (amssymb package for some symbols).
Frequently asked questions
How do I type β on Windows?
In Microsoft Word type 2243 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 ≃ (hex) or ≃ (decimal).
What is the LaTeX command for β?
Use \simeq in math mode.