U+2AE1 "⫡" Perpendicular with S Unicode Character

Unicode Version 17.0

U+2AE1 "⫡" Perpendicular with S is a mathematical symbol classified in the Supplemental Mathematical Operators block, representing a perpendicular relationship modified by the inclusion of an "S" shape, often used in formal notation to denote a specific variant of perpendicularity or orthogonality in geometric or algebraic contexts, such as when indicating that one vector or line is both perpendicular and related to another through a symmetric or special condition implied by the "S". The symbol combines the standard perpendicular sign with a superimposed or adjacent S, distinguishing it from the more common U+27C2 ⟂ (Perpendicular) and allowing for nuanced expression in advanced mathematics, particularly in areas like lattice theory, group theory, or semiotics where such modified operators clarify distinct relational properties.

General Properties

Code Point U+2AE1
Version Added 3.2
Name Perpendicular with S
Block Supplemental Mathematical Operators
General Category Math Symbol
Canonical Combining Class Not Reordered
Bidirectional Class Other Neutral

Encodings

HTML Decimal Encoding ⫡
HTML Hex Encoding ⫡
UTF-8 Encoding 0xE2 0xAB 0xA1
UTF-16 Encoding 0x2AE1
UTF-32 Encoding 0x00002AE1
C/C++/Java Escape \u2ae1

Unicode Properties

NFC Quick Check Yes
NFD Quick Check Yes
NFKC Quick Check Yes
NFKD Quick Check Yes
Numeric Type None
Numeric Value NaN
Line Break Alphabetic
Script Common
Script Extensions Common
Indic Syllabic Category Other
Pattern Syntax Yes
Math Yes
Vertical Orientation Rotated
Grapheme Base Yes
Grapheme Cluster Break Other
Word Break Other
Sentence Break Other