➖ Minus Emoji Symbol

Minus sign — subtract

Unicode U+2796 Shortcode :heavy_minus_sign: Category Symbols Added Unicode 6.0

Symbol Description

Minus: Minus sign — subtract. Often used in contexts related to minus, subtract, remove.

The Minus Emoji has Unicode code point U+2796. Its HTML entity is ➖ and its CSS content value uses the same codepoint. This emoji was introduced in Unicode 6.0 and is supported on all modern operating systems and browsers.

Technical Details

Emoji ➖
Name Minus Emoji
Unicode U+2796
Shortcode :heavy_minus_sign:
Category Symbols
Subcategory math
Added in Unicode 6.0

Examples

  • "Just finished my workout! ➖" — showing accomplishment
  • "This is minus ➖" — expressing minus sign — subtract
  • Pair with other emojis to enhance meaning

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does the ➖ Minus Emoji mean?

Minus: Minus sign — subtract. Often used in contexts related to minus, subtract, remove.

What is the Unicode for ➖?

The Unicode code point for Minus Emoji is U+2796. It was added in Unicode version 6.0.

What is the shortcode for ➖ Minus Emoji?

The shortcode for Minus Emoji is :heavy_minus_sign:. You can use this in platforms like Slack, GitHub, and Discord.

How do I copy and paste ➖?

Click the "Copy" button on this page to instantly copy ➖ Minus Emoji to your clipboard. You can then paste it anywhere — texts, emails, social media, or documents.

What category is the ➖ emoji in?

The Minus Emoji (➖) belongs to the "Symbols" emoji category, specifically the "math" subcategory.

Does ➖ look different on iPhone vs Android?

Yes — Minus Emoji can look slightly different across platforms. Apple, Google, Samsung, Twitter, and Facebook each design their own emoji sets, so the visual style may vary while the meaning remains the same.

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