Superscript Three Symbol
³ is the superscript three character used to show a “raised three” in text.
U+00B3
The symbol ³ is called superscript three. It’s a punctuation category character and appears as a raised “3” compared to normal digits. Use it when you want a compact, typographic exponent or marker in text and UI.
Superscript Three Symbol Meaning
Superscript three (³) is commonly used to represent “three to the third power” and other exponent-style notation where a raised 3 is preferred. You’ll also see it in product and writing conventions to indicate cubed quantities (for example, volume-related expressions) or to label items with typographic styling. In casual writing, it may be used as a small decorative exponent-like mark, especially in titles, captions, and UI text where normal digits would look too large. Because it’s a distinct Unicode character (U+00B3), it’s best for consistent cross-platform display when you need the true superscript glyph rather than manually resizing a 3.
Common uses
- •Writing exponents in plain text (e.g., x³)
- •Indicating “cubed” quantities in units or formulas
- •UI labels and design typography where a raised number fits better than a full-size digit
- •Product naming and version/variant markers styled as superscripts
- •Footnote-like markers or ordinal styling in constrained layouts
Examples
³ Superscript Three (U+00B3)
- ³x³ + 1
- ³Volume = r³
- ³Plan A³ version
- ³Area^3: 12
- ³Change log v3³
Variations
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Technical codes
| Unicode | U+00B3 | |
| HTML Entity | ³ | |
| HTML Code | ³ | |
| CSS | \00B3 |
FAQ
What does the Superscript Three symbol mean?
Superscript three (³) is commonly used to represent “three to the third power” and other exponent-style notation where a raised 3 is preferred. You’ll also see it in product and writing conventions to indicate cubed quantities (for example, volume-related expressions) or to label items with typographic styling. In casual writing, it may be used as a small decorative exponent-like mark, especially in titles, captions, and UI text where normal digits would look too large. Because it’s a distinct Unicode character (U+00B3), it’s best for consistent cross-platform display when you need the true superscript glyph rather than manually resizing a 3.
What is the Unicode code point for ³?
The character ³ is Unicode code point U+00B3.
How do I copy and paste the superscript three?
Copy the character ³ from this page and paste it into your document, editor, or design tool. It’s a single Unicode character.
Is ³ the same as typing a normal “3” with formatting?
No. ³ is a dedicated Unicode superscript character (U+00B3). A formatted normal “3” may look similar but won’t be the same character across platforms.
Can I use ³ in HTML and CSS?
Yes. The HTML entity is ³ and the CSS escape is \\00B3.