Metrical Triseme Symbol
⏗ Metrical Triseme is a technical Unicode symbol used in metrical or rhythmic notation contexts.
U+23D7
⏗ is the Unicode character named METRICAL TRISEME (U+23D7). It’s categorized under Technical & Computer, making it suitable for precise typographic work. Use the copy options below to place it in documents, webpages, or code.
Metrical Triseme Symbol Meaning
⏗ (METRICAL TRISEME, U+23D7) is a Unicode symbol intended for technical representation in metrical or rhythmic notation. The “trisem(e)” wording signals its use as a structured unit within meter-related writing rather than a general-purpose punctuation mark or emoji. Because it’s a specific technical character, it’s most appropriate when you need a distinct typographic glyph to match a transcription, notation system, or scholarly/engineering-style text. When sharing content, prefer Unicode-safe copy/paste or explicit escapes (HTML/CSS/JavaScript) to ensure the symbol renders correctly across systems.
Common uses
- •Typing or proofreading scholarly notes that use metrical/rhythmic symbols
- •Adding a specific metrical unit glyph in digital transcriptions of verse
- •Building technical typography for linguistics or rhythm-focused documents
- •Annotating time/beat structures in educational materials and handouts
- •Inserting the character in web content where consistent Unicode rendering matters
Examples
⏗ Metrical Triseme Symbol
- ⏗The next segment is marked as ⏗ in the scan.
- ⏗In our notation, ⏗ denotes a three-part metrical unit.
- ⏗The transcription keeps ⏗ aligned with the beat markers.
- ⏗Use ⏗ to label the triseme position in the line.
- ⏗The footnote references ⏗ for this metrical grouping.
Variations
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Technical codes
| Unicode | U+23D7 | |
| HTML Entity | ⏗ | |
| HTML Code | ⏗ | |
| CSS | \23D7 | |
| Alt Code | Alt + 9175 | |
| Decimal | 9175 |
How to type Metrical Triseme Symbol (⏗)
On Windows
Hold Alt and type 9175 on the numeric keypad. In Word, type 23D7 then press Alt + X.
On Mac
Switch to the Unicode Hex Input keyboard, then hold Option and type 23D7. Or press Control + Command + Space and search.
On Linux
Press Control + Shift + U, type 23d7, 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 Metrical Triseme symbol mean?
⏗ (METRICAL TRISEME, U+23D7) is a Unicode symbol intended for technical representation in metrical or rhythmic notation. The “trisem(e)” wording signals its use as a structured unit within meter-related writing rather than a general-purpose punctuation mark or emoji. Because it’s a specific technical character, it’s most appropriate when you need a distinct typographic glyph to match a transcription, notation system, or scholarly/engineering-style text. When sharing content, prefer Unicode-safe copy/paste or explicit escapes (HTML/CSS/JavaScript) to ensure the symbol renders correctly across systems.
What is the Unicode code point for ⏗?
⏗ is Unicode U+23D7 (Unicode name: METRICAL TRISEME).
How can I copy ⏗ reliably on the web?
Copy the character directly from this page. For extra reliability in HTML, you can also use the provided entity: ⏗.
What are the available HTML/CSS/JavaScript escapes for ⏗?
HTML entity: ⏗. CSS escape: \\23D7. JavaScript escape: \\u{23D7}.
Is ⏗ an emoji or a decorative icon?
No. ⏗ is a technical Unicode character intended for metrical/rhythmic notation rather than a general emoji.