U+2215 "∕" Division Slash Unicode Character
Unicode Version 17.0
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U+2215 "∕" Division Slash is a mathematical symbol designed to represent the division operation in a more compact and typographically aligned way than a standard forward slash, particularly in horizontal fractions or in-line mathematical expressions. It is distinct from the common punctuation slash (solidus) and is intended for use in contexts where a clear separation of numerator and denominator is needed, such as in the fraction 1∕2. The character is part of the Unicode Mathematical Operators block and is often preferred in professional typesetting for its correct positioning relative to surrounding numbers and mathematical symbols.
General Properties
| Code Point | U+2215 |
| Version Added | 1.1 |
| Name | Division Slash |
| Block | Mathematical Operators |
| General Category | Math Symbol |
| Canonical Combining Class | Not Reordered |
| Bidirectional Class | Other Neutral |
| Mirrored | Yes |
| Mirrored Character | "⧵" U+29F5 Reverse Solidus Operator |
Encodings
| HTML Decimal Encoding | ∕ |
| HTML Hex Encoding | ∕ |
| UTF-8 Encoding | 0xE2 0x88 0x95 |
| UTF-16 Encoding | 0x2215 |
| UTF-32 Encoding | 0x00002215 |
| C/C++/Java Escape | \u2215 |