Hexagram For Decrease Symbol
䷨ (U+4DE8) is the “Hexagram for Decrease” symbol from the Yijing (I Ching) set.
U+4DE8
“䷨” is Unicode character U+4DE8, labeled “HEXAGRAM FOR DECREASE.” It belongs to the Yijing (I Ching) category. Use it when you need a compact, standards-based character for I Ching themed content.
Hexagram For Decrease Symbol Meaning
䷨ is the Unicode symbol named “HEXAGRAM FOR DECREASE” (U+4DE8) and is categorized under Yijing (I Ching). In I Ching usage, “decrease” is commonly associated with reduction, letting go, or adjusting what is excessive—often implying a shift toward balance. People may use this character when referencing the idea of simplifying, scaling down, or removing nonessential elements. Because this page is character-focused, the most practical takeaway is how to reliably copy and render it using the provided Unicode/HTML/CSS/JavaScript escapes in projects, documents, and design systems.
Common uses
- •Adding an I Ching-inspired glyph to a title, poster, or deck of cards
- •Labeling readings or worksheets with a compact “decrease” marker
- •Using the character as a UI icon or status symbol in a themed application
- •Including it in creative writing, poetry, or captions about reduction and balance
- •Embedding it in HTML/CSS/JavaScript text content using the correct escapes
Examples
䷨ Hexagram for Decrease
- ䷨Today’s reading: ䷨
- ䷨Focus on decrease and simplify your next steps.
- ䷨Draw the hexagram for decrease: ䷨
- ䷨Mindful adjustment—choose what to reduce: ䷨
- ䷨Lesson note: ䷨ (hexagram for decrease)
Variations
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Technical codes
| Unicode | U+4DE8 | |
| HTML Entity | ䷨ | |
| HTML Code | ䷨ | |
| CSS | \4DE8 | |
| Alt Code | Alt + 19944 | |
| Decimal | 19944 |
How to type Hexagram For Decrease Symbol (䷨)
On Windows
Hold Alt and type 19944 on the numeric keypad. In Word, type 4DE8 then press Alt + X.
On Mac
Switch to the Unicode Hex Input keyboard, then hold Option and type 4DE8. Or press Control + Command + Space and search.
On Linux
Press Control + Shift + U, type 4de8, then press Enter or Space.
Anywhere
Copy ䷨ with the button above and paste it wherever you need it — this works on every device and in every app, with no keyboard shortcut to remember.
FAQ
What does the Hexagram For Decrease symbol mean?
䷨ is the Unicode symbol named “HEXAGRAM FOR DECREASE” (U+4DE8) and is categorized under Yijing (I Ching). In I Ching usage, “decrease” is commonly associated with reduction, letting go, or adjusting what is excessive—often implying a shift toward balance. People may use this character when referencing the idea of simplifying, scaling down, or removing nonessential elements. Because this page is character-focused, the most practical takeaway is how to reliably copy and render it using the provided Unicode/HTML/CSS/JavaScript escapes in projects, documents, and design systems.
What is the Unicode value of ䷨?
䷨ is Unicode code point U+4DE8 (Unicode name: HEXAGRAM FOR DECREASE).
How do I copy ䷨ for use in HTML?
You can use the HTML entity: ䷨
What escaping formats are provided for developers?
Use CSS escape \\4DE8 or JavaScript escape \\u{4DE8} (as given).
Does ䷨ have a special meaning beyond “decrease”?
Within I Ching usage, it’s commonly associated with the idea of decrease or reduction toward balance; the character itself is specifically identified as the “Hexagram for Decrease.”