Hyphen Bullet Symbol
The hyphen bullet (⁃) is a punctuation mark used as a compact list or separator dot.
U+2043
The ⁃ symbol is called the Hyphen Bullet. It’s a punctuation character (U+2043) that can act like a small visual marker in text. Use it for subtle bullets, separators, and styling accents.
Hyphen Bullet Symbol Meaning
The Hyphen Bullet (⁃) is a punctuation symbol (Unicode U+2043) that looks like a small hyphen-shaped bullet. It’s commonly used to mark items in a short list, create lightweight separators, or add emphasis to a line without switching to a full bullet character. Because it’s punctuation rather than a special icon, it often renders consistently across text contexts. Designers and writers use it when they want a compact “bullet” that feels tighter than a round dot, especially in compact layouts, headings, and inline annotations.
Common uses
- •Creating compact bullet-like lists in headings or sidebars
- •Using as a subtle separator between short phrases in UI text
- •Marking items in inline notes, captions, or metadata lines
- •Adding stylistic emphasis where a full bullet might be too large
- •Formatting text content for web or app interfaces
Examples
⁃ Hyphen Bullet (U+2043) Symbol
- ⁃Features: ⁃ fast setup ⁃ clean typography ⁃ responsive design
- ⁃Options: ⁃ basic ⁃ pro ⁃ enterprise
- ⁃Notes: ⁃ verify links ⁃ update dates ⁃ publish
- ⁃Highlights ⁃ custom fields ⁃ templates ⁃ exports
- ⁃Included: ⁃ user guide ⁃ API reference ⁃ examples
Variations
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Technical codes
| Unicode | U+2043 | |
| HTML Entity | ⁃ | |
| HTML Code | ⁃ | |
| CSS | \2043 | |
| Alt Code | Alt + 8259 | |
| Decimal | 8259 |
How to type Hyphen Bullet Symbol (⁃)
On Windows
Hold Alt and type 8259 on the numeric keypad. In Word, type 2043 then press Alt + X.
On Mac
Switch to the Unicode Hex Input keyboard, then hold Option and type 2043. Or press Control + Command + Space and search.
On Linux
Press Control + Shift + U, type 2043, 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 Hyphen Bullet symbol mean?
The Hyphen Bullet (⁃) is a punctuation symbol (Unicode U+2043) that looks like a small hyphen-shaped bullet. It’s commonly used to mark items in a short list, create lightweight separators, or add emphasis to a line without switching to a full bullet character. Because it’s punctuation rather than a special icon, it often renders consistently across text contexts. Designers and writers use it when they want a compact “bullet” that feels tighter than a round dot, especially in compact layouts, headings, and inline annotations.
What is the Unicode character for the Hyphen Bullet?
The Hyphen Bullet is Unicode U+2043.
How can I paste the symbol into HTML?
Use the HTML entity: ⁃.
What CSS escape can I use?
Use \\\\2043 (CSS escape).
Is this symbol the same as a regular bullet (•)?
No. The Hyphen Bullet (⁃) has a different shape and is a distinct Unicode punctuation character.