Because symbol
Type :because: · Math
What ∵ is for
The upside-down therefore, introducing a reason rather than a conclusion. Rarer than its twin, and almost always seen alongside it.
How to type ∵
The shortcuts below are the built-in routes. With
Emoji Anywhere
installed you can skip all of them and type
:because: in any text field instead, which
is the same on every platform.
macOS
No direct shortcut. Use Edit → Emoji & Symbols, or switch to the Unicode Hex Input
source and type 2235
with Option held.
Windows
No Alt code. In Word, type 2235 then press Alt +
X. Elsewhere use the emoji panel with Win + Period, or Character Map.
Shortcodes
:because: On the web
HTML ∵
Unicode U+2235
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