Reversed Tilde Equals Symbol
⋍ (reversed tilde equals) is a mathematical comparison symbol that looks like a reversed tilde paired with an equals sign.
U+22CD
The symbol ⋍ is known as “reversed tilde equals.” It’s used to express a relationship between expressions in math-style writing. Below you’ll find copy/paste options plus the exact Unicode and encoding details.
Reversed Tilde Equals Symbol Meaning
“Reversed tilde equals” (⋍) is a math symbol often used to indicate that two expressions are closely related or correspond in a specific way, depending on the notation system being used. Visually, it combines the feel of a tilde with an equals sign, and it can be read as a variant of “approximately equals,” “corresponds to,” or “is similar to,” depending on context. In technical writing, it’s commonly preferred when you want a symbol that suggests equivalence-like comparison without using the plain equals sign. Always check your surrounding notation or the style guide for the exact intended meaning.
Common uses
- •Math notes to show a “corresponding” or “similar” relationship between expressions
- •Documenting mappings or transformations where results match in a non-identical way
- •Using as a visual separator in equations-heavy text to emphasize comparison
- •Drafting technical comments in code documentation for approximation or correspondence
- •Creating consistent typographic symbols in scientific or engineering worksheets
Examples
⋍ Reversed Tilde Equals Symbol
- ⋍If f(x) ⋍ g(x), then their behaviors align under the given assumptions.
- ⋍The measured value is ⋍ the expected result within the model’s limits.
- ⋍We write A ⋍ B to denote a corresponding relationship between components.
- ⋍In this section, h(t) ⋍ k(t) after applying the transformation.
- ⋍Compare u ⋍ v using the same constraints described above.
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Technical codes
| Unicode | U+22CD | |
| HTML Entity | ⋍ | |
| HTML Code | ⋍ | |
| CSS | \22CD | |
| Alt Code | Alt + 8909 | |
| Decimal | 8909 |
How to type Reversed Tilde Equals Symbol (⋍)
On Windows
Hold Alt and type 8909 on the numeric keypad. In Word, type 22CD then press Alt + X.
On Mac
Switch to the Unicode Hex Input keyboard, then hold Option and type 22CD. Or press Control + Command + Space and search.
On Linux
Press Control + Shift + U, type 22cd, 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 Reversed Tilde Equals symbol mean?
“Reversed tilde equals” (⋍) is a math symbol often used to indicate that two expressions are closely related or correspond in a specific way, depending on the notation system being used. Visually, it combines the feel of a tilde with an equals sign, and it can be read as a variant of “approximately equals,” “corresponds to,” or “is similar to,” depending on context. In technical writing, it’s commonly preferred when you want a symbol that suggests equivalence-like comparison without using the plain equals sign. Always check your surrounding notation or the style guide for the exact intended meaning.