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Bullet Operator Symbol ∙ Copy and Paste

U+2219Mathematical Operatorsmath

A small operator dot used in mathematical notation. This page gives the exact Unicode identity, copy value, HTML and code forms, keyboard guidance, and source links for bullet operator.

∙

What does ∙ mean?

The bullet operator is classified as a mathematical symbol. It is a compact dot-like operator, especially useful where the ordinary list bullet would be semantically wrong.

The bullet operator ∙ belongs with math operators, while • belongs with punctuation and list typography.

Best uses for Bullet Operator

  • Specialized algebra or set notation
  • Technical text that needs a small operator dot
  • Math content where Unicode semantics matter

Avoid ∙ for ordinary list bullets; the punctuation bullet • is better supported for list styling.

How to type ∙

Windows

Type 2219 then Alt+X in Microsoft Word, or insert it with Character Map.

macOS

Use the Emoji & Symbols viewer and search for bullet operator.

Mobile

Copy ∙ from a reliable source because mobile keyboards rarely include this operator.

Unicode identity and rendering notes

BULLET OPERATOR is encoded as U+2219 in the Mathematical Operators block. In HTML you can write it as ∙; in CSS generated content you can use \2219; and in JavaScript strings you can use \u2219.

The copied character is plain Unicode text, so its exact shape depends on the font, operating system, and whether the symbol is rendered as text or emoji. Use the official Unicode name and code point when you need to distinguish it from similar dot symbols.

HTML, CSS, and JavaScript forms

HTML

∙

CSS

\2219

JavaScript

\u2219

Not the same as similar dot symbols

Dot symbols can look close in a browser but carry different Unicode names and meanings. Compare bullet operatorwith these nearby symbols before using it in code, math, or formal text.

⋅Dot MultiplicationU+22C5•Bullet DotU+2022·Middle DotU+00B7

Quick facts

Symbol∙
Official Unicode nameBULLET OPERATOR
Code pointU+2219
Decimal code8729
HTML entity∙
CSS escape\2219
JavaScript escape\u2219
Windows Alt code-
Unicode blockMathematical Operators
Last reviewedMay 18, 2026

Sources

This page uses official Unicode and HTML references for names, blocks, and named entities.

  • Unicode Code Charts overview
  • Unicode Standard, Chapter 22: Symbols and Notational Systems
  • Unicode Mathematical Operators chart
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