Two Dots Over One Dot Punctuation Symbol
⸪ is a punctuation symbol showing two dots over one dot (U+2E2A).
U+2E2A
⸪ is a specific Unicode punctuation mark identified as “two dots over one dot punctuation.” It’s often used when a stylistic separator or special punctuation is desired. This page helps you copy it reliably across devices and code.
Two Dots Over One Dot Punctuation Symbol Meaning
⸪ (Unicode U+2E2A) is a punctuation character named “TWO DOTS OVER ONE DOT PUNCTUATION.” Like many less-common punctuation marks, it’s typically used for stylistic separation rather than for a universally fixed grammatical role. Designers and typesetters may choose it to create a distinctive pause, divider, or emphasis in typography. Writers sometimes use it in curated text layouts, reference-style writing, or to visually echo period-like or dot-based marks, while developers can include it in content where a precise character is required.
Common uses
- •Use as a distinctive separator in formatted text or headings
- •Add typographic flair to quotes, titles, or section breaks
- •Create dot-based decorative punctuation in posters and graphic design
- •Use in custom UI strings where a specific punctuation glyph is needed
- •Include in published documents or drafts that require exact Unicode punctuation
Examples
⸪ Two Dots Over One Dot Punctuation
- ⸪Wait⸪then continue with the next step.
- ⸪Chapter 1⸪Chapter 2
- ⸪Note: check the appendix⸪before printing.
- ⸪A brief pause⸪followed by a new line of text.
- ⸪Service update⸪effective immediately.
Variations
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Technical codes
| Unicode | U+2E2A | |
| HTML Entity | ⸪ | |
| HTML Code | ⸪ | |
| CSS | \2E2A | |
| Alt Code | Alt + 11818 | |
| Decimal | 11818 |
How to type Two Dots Over One Dot Punctuation Symbol (⸪)
On Windows
Hold Alt and type 11818 on the numeric keypad. In Word, type 2E2A then press Alt + X.
On Mac
Switch to the Unicode Hex Input keyboard, then hold Option and type 2E2A. Or press Control + Command + Space and search.
On Linux
Press Control + Shift + U, type 2e2a, 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 Two Dots Over One Dot Punctuation symbol mean?
⸪ (Unicode U+2E2A) is a punctuation character named “TWO DOTS OVER ONE DOT PUNCTUATION.” Like many less-common punctuation marks, it’s typically used for stylistic separation rather than for a universally fixed grammatical role. Designers and typesetters may choose it to create a distinctive pause, divider, or emphasis in typography. Writers sometimes use it in curated text layouts, reference-style writing, or to visually echo period-like or dot-based marks, while developers can include it in content where a precise character is required.
What is the Unicode code point for ⸪?
⸪ is Unicode U+2E2A.
How do I type ⸪ in HTML?
You can use the HTML entity: ⸪
What is the CSS escape for ⸪?
The CSS escape is: \\2E2A
Is ⸪ interchangeable with common punctuation like a period or colon?
It’s not a standard substitute for everyday punctuation; it’s best treated as a stylistic or special punctuation character chosen for its specific glyph.