Not Parallel To Symbol
The symbol ∦ means “not parallel to” and is commonly used in math and geometry notation.
U+2226
∦ is the Unicode “not parallel to” symbol (U+2226). It visually indicates that two lines or directions are not parallel. You can copy it from this page or use its HTML/CSS/Javascript escapes.
Not Parallel To Symbol Meaning
∦ (Unicode name: NOT PARALLEL TO, U+2226) is a mathematical comparison symbol used to state that two objects are not parallel. In geometry, it’s often written between line symbols or directional vectors to indicate they do not share the same direction. In diagrams and technical writing, it can also clarify that a relationship does not satisfy a parallelism condition. When formatting text, the best results come from using a Unicode-capable font and inserting the character directly, or using the provided HTML entity / CSS escape.
Common uses
- •Geometry proofs to indicate two lines are not parallel
- •Technical diagrams labeling non-parallel directions
- •Math notes comparing direction vectors or rays
- •Text formatting for worksheets and educational materials
- •Code documentation or UI labels indicating non-parallel constraints
Examples
∦ Not Parallel To
- ∦Line AB ∦ line CD
- ∦Vector u ∦ vector v
- ∦The rays are not parallel: r1 ∦ r2
- ∦In this figure, AB ∦ EF
- ∦Check: l1 ∦ l2 for non-parallel lines
Variations
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Technical codes
| Unicode | U+2226 | |
| HTML Entity | ∦ | |
| HTML Code | ∦ | |
| CSS | \2226 | |
| Alt Code | Alt + 8742 | |
| Decimal | 8742 |
How to type Not Parallel To Symbol (∦)
On Windows
Hold Alt and type 8742 on the numeric keypad. In Word, type 2226 then press Alt + X.
On Mac
Switch to the Unicode Hex Input keyboard, then hold Option and type 2226. Or press Control + Command + Space and search.
On Linux
Press Control + Shift + U, type 2226, 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 symbol ∦ mean?
∦ means “not parallel to,” indicating that two lines or directions are not parallel.
What is the Unicode code point for ∦?
The Unicode code point is U+2226.
How can I copy ∦ into HTML?
You can use the HTML entity: ∦.
How do I use ∦ in CSS or JavaScript?
CSS escape: \\2226. JavaScript escape: \\u{2226}.