Parenthesized Latin Small Letter D Letter
⒟ is the parenthesized Latin small letter D (U+249F), often used as a compact labeled marker.
U+249F
Symbol ⒟ is Unicode character U+249F, named “PARENTHESIZED LATIN SMALL LETTER D.” It’s a circled-style marker you can paste into text, designs, and UI content. Below are practical ways to use it and several ready-to-copy formats.
Parenthesized Latin Small Letter D Letter Meaning
⒟ (U+249F) is a typographic marker that visually combines a parenthesized/circled frame with a lowercase “d.” In everyday use, it functions like a compact badge or label: for example, marking options in a list, denoting a section or step, or creating consistent visual identifiers in documents and interfaces. Because it’s a single Unicode character, it stays aligned more predictably than multi-character “(d)” text in many fonts. Its meaning is usually contextual—what it represents depends on your layout, such as “option D,” “item d,” or a UI status marker.
Common uses
- •Labeling multiple-choice options (e.g., option D) in notes or study materials
- •Marking steps or subsections in instructions and documentation
- •Using as a compact UI/content marker for categories or tags
- •Creating consistent bullet/indicator symbols in formatted lists
- •Designing lightweight badges for posters, slides, and social media graphics
Examples
⒟ Circled D (Parenthesized Latin small letter D)
- ⒟⒟ Option D: Review the summary before submitting.
- ⒟Step ⒟: Export your file and verify the settings.
- ⒟Choose ⒟ to view details about this section.
- ⒟Category ⒟ includes tutorials and quick guides.
- ⒟Ticket ⒟ is currently awaiting review.
Variations
Technical codes
| Unicode | U+249F | |
| HTML Entity | ⒟ | |
| HTML Code | ⒟ | |
| CSS | \249F | |
| Alt Code | Alt + 9375 | |
| Decimal | 9375 |
How to type Parenthesized Latin Small Letter D Letter (⒟)
On Windows
Hold Alt and type 9375 on the numeric keypad. In Word, type 249F then press Alt + X.
On Mac
Switch to the Unicode Hex Input keyboard, then hold Option and type 249F. Or press Control + Command + Space and search.
On Linux
Press Control + Shift + U, type 249f, 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 Parenthesized Latin Small Letter D letter mean?
⒟ (U+249F) is a typographic marker that visually combines a parenthesized/circled frame with a lowercase “d.” In everyday use, it functions like a compact badge or label: for example, marking options in a list, denoting a section or step, or creating consistent visual identifiers in documents and interfaces. Because it’s a single Unicode character, it stays aligned more predictably than multi-character “(d)” text in many fonts. Its meaning is usually contextual—what it represents depends on your layout, such as “option D,” “item d,” or a UI status marker.
What is the Unicode code point for ⒟?
The Unicode code point for ⒟ is U+249F.
How do I copy ⒟ on the web?
Copy the character directly (⒟). If you need a specific encoding, you can also use the HTML entity ⒟ or the escapes shown on this page.
Is ⒟ the same as writing “(d)”?
Not exactly. ⒟ is a single Unicode character with a dedicated glyph design. Writing “(d)” uses separate characters and may not align or look the same across fonts.
Will ⒟ display correctly on all devices?
Most modern fonts support Unicode symbols like this, but display can vary by font and system. If you see a missing-glyph box, try a different font.