Frown Symbol
⌢ (U+2322) is a “frown” shaped symbol used in technical text and symbol-based UI.
U+2322
The symbol ⌢ is known as “FROWN” in Unicode. It’s a compact glyph often used where simple visual indicators or stylized text are helpful. Below you’ll find copy/paste options, Unicode details, and practical ways to use it.
Frown Symbol Meaning
⌢ (Unicode name: FROWN, U+2322) is a technical “frown” shaped character. Because it’s a single glyph, it can work as a lightweight visual cue—such as indicating dissatisfaction, disappointment, or an error-like state in text-only contexts. In practice, people also use it for stylistic line/curve accents in headings, UI labels, or decorative separators where standard emoticons may be too wide or informal. As a Unicode character, it can be safely included in modern text, HTML, CSS, and JavaScript using the provided escapes.
Common uses
- •As a compact text-only indicator for disappointment or negative status
- •UI labels or badges where an emotive cue is needed without images
- •Decorating headings, callouts, or status rows in documents and dashboards
- •Symbol-based patterns in plain-text artwork or minimalist designs
- •Inline annotations in technical notes to draw attention to a problem
Examples
⌢ FROWN Symbol: Copy, Unicode & Uses
- ⌢Status: ⌢ Please try again.
- ⌢Review result: ⌢ Not approved.
- ⌢Cache check: ⌢ Connection failed.
- ⌢Feedback: ⌢ Needs attention.
- ⌢Build report: ⌢ Error detected.
Variations
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Technical codes
| Unicode | U+2322 | |
| HTML Entity | ⌢ | |
| HTML Code | ⌢ | |
| CSS | \2322 | |
| Alt Code | Alt + 8994 | |
| Decimal | 8994 |
How to type Frown Symbol (⌢)
On Windows
Hold Alt and type 8994 on the numeric keypad. In Word, type 2322 then press Alt + X.
On Mac
Switch to the Unicode Hex Input keyboard, then hold Option and type 2322. Or press Control + Command + Space and search.
On Linux
Press Control + Shift + U, type 2322, 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 Frown symbol mean?
⌢ (Unicode name: FROWN, U+2322) is a technical “frown” shaped character. Because it’s a single glyph, it can work as a lightweight visual cue—such as indicating dissatisfaction, disappointment, or an error-like state in text-only contexts. In practice, people also use it for stylistic line/curve accents in headings, UI labels, or decorative separators where standard emoticons may be too wide or informal. As a Unicode character, it can be safely included in modern text, HTML, CSS, and JavaScript using the provided escapes.
What is the Unicode code point for ⌢?
The symbol ⌢ has Unicode code point U+2322.
How do I use ⌢ in HTML?
You can use the HTML entity: ⌢
How do I reference ⌢ in CSS?
Use the CSS escape: \\2322
How do I include ⌢ in JavaScript?
Use the JavaScript escape: \\u{2322} (or construct the character from U+2322).