⅓ One third of the ordinary score
U+2153⅓Meaning & Explanation
This is the specific character for the vulgar fraction 'one third', written as '⅓'. It's used in mathematics, cooking recipes, tailoring, or any context that requires a precise representation of a part instead of a decimal, offering a clean and space-efficient alternative to writing '1/3'. You might encounter it in vintage typewritten documents, formal forms, or printed materials where typographical aesthetics are valued. This character is part of a set of precomposed fractions, with other common examples being '½' and '¾', which help maintain neatness and readability in lines of text.
Usage Examples
"⅓ Cup of sugar is used for baking."
"⅓ Cup of sugar is used for baking."
"⅓ Cup of sugar is used for baking."
Technical Info
U+2153⅓\2153\u{2153}Code Preview
<span class="symbol-vulgar-fraction-one-third">⅓</span> <!-- Unicode: U+2153 --> <!-- Name: One third of the ordinary score -->
Keyboard Shortcuts
Alt + 2153Type 2153 then press Option + EnterCtrl + Shift + U, type 2153, EnterUsage Code
HTML Entity
⅓
CSS Escape Code
content: "\2153";
JavaScript Escape
String.fromCodePoint(0x2153)
Quick Actions
⅓Meaning & Explanation
This is the specific character for the vulgar fraction 'one third', written as '⅓'. It's used in mathematics, cooking recipes, tailoring, or any context that requires a precise representation of a part instead of a decimal, offering a clean and space-efficient alternative to writing '1/3'. You might encounter it in vintage typewritten documents, formal forms, or printed materials where typographical aesthetics are valued. This character is part of a set of precomposed fractions, with other common examples being '½' and '¾', which help maintain neatness and readability in lines of text.
Usage Examples
"⅓ Cup of sugar is used for baking."
"⅓ Cup of sugar is used for baking."
"⅓ Cup of sugar is used for baking."
How do I copy the One third of the ordinary score symbol?
Simply click the Copy Symbol button on this page to copy ⅓ to your clipboard, then paste it anywhere.
What Unicode code point does One third of the ordinary score have?
The Unicode code point for One third of the ordinary score isU+2153. For HTML use ⅓, for CSS use \2153.
What block does One third of the ordinary score belong to?
One third of the ordinary score belongs to the Unicode block.
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