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Mathematical Italic Small T Symbol

𝑑 is the Unicode character MATHEMATICAL ITALIC SMALL T (U+1D461) used like an italic math variable.

U+1D461

𝑑 is a mathematical symbol in the Unicode β€œMathematical” set. It’s commonly used in texts that represent variables in equations or technical notation. You can copy it directly from here or use its Unicode codepoint.

Mathematical Italic Small T Symbol Meaning

𝑑 (MATHEMATICAL ITALIC SMALL T, U+1D461) is a dedicated Unicode character for a script-style, italic lowercase β€œt” used in math and technical writing. In practice, it functions like a variable symbol: for example, it may label a time variable, a parameter, or a symbol in a formula. Because it is an italic math glyph (not a regular lowercase β€œt”), it helps keep mathematical typography consistent across documents, web pages, and design tools. If you need plain text β€œt”, use the standard letter β€œt”; use 𝑑 when you specifically want the mathematical italic variant.

Common uses

  • β€’Labeling a time variable (t) in equations and technical notes
  • β€’Writing parameters or indices in math-heavy documents
  • β€’Designing posters, slides, or infographics that need consistent math typography
  • β€’Formatting notation in blogs, documentation, or README files
  • β€’Creating typographic labels in UI text for scientific or engineering apps

Examples

𝑑 β€” Mathematical Italic Small T

  • 𝑑t = 5s
  • 𝑑x(t) is differentiable
  • 𝑑Let 𝑑 be the variable of integration
  • 𝑑F(𝑑) = ma
  • 𝑑Solve for 𝑑 in the equation

Variations

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Technical codes

UnicodeU+1D461
HTML Entity𝑡
HTML Code𝑡
CSS\1D461
Decimal119905

How to type Mathematical Italic Small T Symbol (𝑑)

On Windows

In Word, type 1D461 then press Alt + X. Or open the emoji picker with Windows key + period.

On Mac

Press Control + Command + Space to open Character Viewer and search for the character.

On Linux

Press Control + Shift + U, type 1d461, then press Enter or Space.

Anywhere

Copy 𝑑 with the button above and paste it wherever you need it β€” this works on every device and in every app, with no keyboard shortcut to remember.

FAQ

What does the Mathematical Italic Small T symbol mean?

𝑑 (MATHEMATICAL ITALIC SMALL T, U+1D461) is a dedicated Unicode character for a script-style, italic lowercase β€œt” used in math and technical writing. In practice, it functions like a variable symbol: for example, it may label a time variable, a parameter, or a symbol in a formula. Because it is an italic math glyph (not a regular lowercase β€œt”), it helps keep mathematical typography consistent across documents, web pages, and design tools. If you need plain text β€œt”, use the standard letter β€œt”; use 𝑑 when you specifically want the mathematical italic variant.

Is 𝑑 the same as the normal letter t?

No. 𝑑 is the Unicode character MATHEMATICAL ITALIC SMALL T (U+1D461), which is an italic math glyph. The normal letter is plain β€œt”.

What is the Unicode codepoint for 𝑑?

The Unicode codepoint is U+1D461.

How can I copy 𝑑 into HTML?

You can use the HTML entity 𝑡 or paste the character directly.

Where is 𝑑 typically used?

It’s commonly used as a variable symbol in mathematical or technical text where consistent math italic styling is desired.