Dagger Symbol
The dagger symbol (†) is a punctuation mark used to indicate notes, references, or secondary footnotes.
U+2020
The dagger symbol (†) is a punctuation character with a long history in printing and publishing. It’s commonly used in text to point readers to a related note. This page helps you understand its meaning and copy it correctly across platforms.
Dagger Symbol Meaning
The dagger symbol (†) is Unicode punctuation named “DAGGER” (U+2020). Visually, it resembles a cross-like mark and is typically used as a typographic reference marker. In everyday publishing, it often introduces a footnote or endnote, especially when a document already uses another symbol for the first footnotes. It can also appear in references or annotated lists to signal that the reader should consult a specific note or source. Because it’s a Unicode character, it can be copied directly into modern text editors, web pages, and programming contexts, using the provided HTML, CSS, or JavaScript escapes when needed.
Common uses
- •Marking a footnote or endnote in documents and reports
- •Indicating a secondary reference when multiple note markers are used
- •Linking a note to a specific term in articles or academic writing
- •Calling out an annotation in catalogs, menus, or formatted text
- •Styling reference markers in web typography and publishing templates
Examples
† Dagger Symbol (†) Meaning & Copy
- †This statement is supported by the results†.
- †For details, see the note† below.
- †Participants were recruited from three clinics†.
- †The term is defined in the glossary†.
- †Additional information is provided in the second footnote†.
Variations
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Technical codes
| Unicode | U+2020 | |
| HTML Entity | † | |
| HTML Code | † | |
| CSS | \2020 | |
| Alt Code | Alt + 8224 | |
| Decimal | 8224 |
How to type Dagger Symbol (†)
On Windows
Hold Alt and type 8224 on the numeric keypad. In Word, type 2020 then press Alt + X.
On Mac
Switch to the Unicode Hex Input keyboard, then hold Option and type 2020. Or press Control + Command + Space and search.
On Linux
Press Control + Shift + U, type 2020, 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 dagger symbol † mean?
It’s most commonly used as a punctuation reference marker for footnotes, endnotes, and related notes in formatted text.
How do I copy the dagger symbol for a web page?
You can copy † directly, or use the HTML entity †.
What is the Unicode code point for †?
The dagger symbol is Unicode U+2020.
How do I use † in CSS or JavaScript?
Use the CSS escape \\2020 and the JavaScript escape \\u{2020}.