Oblique Hyphen Symbol
An oblique hyphen character used as a stylistic separator or connector in text.
U+2E5D
⹝ is the Unicode character named oblique hyphen (U+2E5D). It’s mainly used to add a compact, diagonal separator look in writing and design. This page helps you copy it and use it in HTML, CSS, and JavaScript.
Oblique Hyphen Symbol Meaning
The symbol ⹝ is Unicode “OBLIQUE HYPHEN” (U+2E5D). In most contexts, it functions as a typographic mark: a short, angled “hyphen-like” character that can visually separate parts of a phrase (for example, labels, steps, or paired terms). Because it is not as common as the standard hyphen-minus (-), using it is often about styling—creating a distinctive look while keeping the text compact. When compatibility matters, test in your target fonts and systems, since availability can vary by platform.
Common uses
- •Stylistic separators in headings and label text
- •Design accents in captions, cards, and UI microcopy
- •Formatting step ranges or combined terms (e.g., “A⹝B”)
- •Adding visual rhythm in editorial layouts and posters
- •Creating distinctive punctuation in social media bios
Examples
⹝ Oblique Hyphen — symbol copy & info
- ⹝Version ⹝ Alpha
- ⹝Step 1 ⹝ Step 2
- ⹝A ⹝ B
- ⹝Today ⹝ Tomorrow
- ⹝Item ⹝ Price
Variations
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Technical codes
| Unicode | U+2E5D | |
| HTML Entity | ⹝ | |
| HTML Code | ⹝ | |
| CSS | \2E5D |
FAQ
What does the Oblique Hyphen symbol mean?
The symbol ⹝ is Unicode “OBLIQUE HYPHEN” (U+2E5D). In most contexts, it functions as a typographic mark: a short, angled “hyphen-like” character that can visually separate parts of a phrase (for example, labels, steps, or paired terms). Because it is not as common as the standard hyphen-minus (-), using it is often about styling—creating a distinctive look while keeping the text compact. When compatibility matters, test in your target fonts and systems, since availability can vary by platform.
What is the Unicode name and code point for ⹝?
Its Unicode name is “OBLIQUE HYPHEN” and its code point is U+2E5D.
How can I copy ⹝ from this page?
Use the symbol shown at the top (⹝). You can also copy it from the examples above.
How do I write ⹝ in HTML?
Use the HTML entity ⹝.
What are the CSS and JavaScript escape forms?
CSS escape: \\2E5D. JavaScript escape: \\u{2E5D}.