Upper Half Circle Symbol
◠ is the upper half circle symbol, a geometric mark used for simple separators, decoration, and visual emphasis.
U+25E0
◠ (U+25E0) is a geometric shapes character: the upper half of a circle. It’s compact, easy to copy, and works well in UI text, lists, and design labels.
Upper Half Circle Symbol Meaning
The symbol ◠ is the Unicode character called “UPPER HALF CIRCLE” (U+25E0). Because it’s a clean, geometric arc, it’s commonly used as a subtle visual cue rather than a word. In plain text, people use it as a decorative divider, a bullet-like marker, or to add structure in headings and short labels. Designers may use it to suggest an “opening” or “top” shape in icons, badges, and UI elements, especially when a small, neutral flourish is needed. It’s also handy when you want a consistent, typographic shape without relying on images.
Common uses
- •Section dividers in notes, documents, or changelogs
- •Compact bullet or list marker for short items
- •Decorative prefix for headings or callouts
- •Visual separators in UI labels and menu text
- •Lightweight design accents in posters, slides, and social graphics
Examples
◠ Upper Half Circle Symbol
- ◠◠ Quick Updates
- ◠Features: ◠ UI polish ◠ performance tweaks
- ◠◠ Chapter 1: Introduction
- ◠Available now ◠ limited stock
- ◠Top choice ◠ recommended for beginners
Variations
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Technical codes
| Unicode | U+25E0 | |
| HTML Entity | ◠ | |
| HTML Code | ◠ | |
| CSS | \25E0 |
FAQ
What does the Upper Half Circle symbol mean?
The symbol ◠ is the Unicode character called “UPPER HALF CIRCLE” (U+25E0). Because it’s a clean, geometric arc, it’s commonly used as a subtle visual cue rather than a word. In plain text, people use it as a decorative divider, a bullet-like marker, or to add structure in headings and short labels. Designers may use it to suggest an “opening” or “top” shape in icons, badges, and UI elements, especially when a small, neutral flourish is needed. It’s also handy when you want a consistent, typographic shape without relying on images.
What Unicode character is ◠?
◠ is U+25E0, named “UPPER HALF CIRCLE”.
How do I copy ◠ for use in text or design tools?
Select the symbol (◠) from this page and paste it into your editor, document, or design tool. If you need code, use the provided escapes.
Can I use ◠ as a bullet or list marker?
Yes. Because it’s visually small and consistent, it often works well as a decorative bullet for short lists.
Will ◠ display correctly on all devices?
Most modern fonts support it, but appearance can vary slightly by font. If you see a missing-glyph box, try a different font.