⅗ Three-Fifths Fraction
U+2157⅗Meaning & Explanation
The fraction symbol ⅗ looks like a stylized combination of small numbers, but it's actually a standalone character designed specifically for representing fractions. You'll find it in math textbooks, academic papers, and even in graphic design projects where clean typography matters. It's especially useful when you want to emphasize ratios or proportions—like in recipe instructions, statistical labels, or artistic layouts. Unlike the standard '3/5' format, this symbol gives a more polished, elegant look to written content. It belongs to a family of old-style fractions including ⅕, ⅔, and ¾, each adding a touch of historical charm to modern text.
Usage Examples
"In recipes: Add ⅗ cup of milk."
"Math problem: ⅗ equals 0.6."
"Measurement: Length is ⅗ meter."
Technical Info
U+2157⅗\2157\u{2157}Code Preview
<span class="symbol-vulgar-fraction-three-fifths">⅗</span> <!-- Unicode: U+2157 --> <!-- Name: Three-Fifths Fraction -->
Keyboard Shortcuts
Alt + 2157Type 2157 then press Option + EnterCtrl + Shift + U, type 2157, EnterUsage Code
HTML Entity
⅗
CSS Escape Code
content: "\2157";
JavaScript Escape
String.fromCodePoint(0x2157)
Quick Actions
⅗Meaning & Explanation
The fraction symbol ⅗ looks like a stylized combination of small numbers, but it's actually a standalone character designed specifically for representing fractions. You'll find it in math textbooks, academic papers, and even in graphic design projects where clean typography matters. It's especially useful when you want to emphasize ratios or proportions—like in recipe instructions, statistical labels, or artistic layouts. Unlike the standard '3/5' format, this symbol gives a more polished, elegant look to written content. It belongs to a family of old-style fractions including ⅕, ⅔, and ¾, each adding a touch of historical charm to modern text.
Usage Examples
"In recipes: Add ⅗ cup of milk."
"Math problem: ⅗ equals 0.6."
"Measurement: Length is ⅗ meter."
How do I copy the Three-Fifths Fraction symbol?
Simply click the Copy Symbol button on this page to copy ⅗ to your clipboard, then paste it anywhere.
What Unicode code point does Three-Fifths Fraction have?
The Unicode code point for Three-Fifths Fraction isU+2157. For HTML use ⅗, for CSS use \2157.
What block does Three-Fifths Fraction belong to?
Three-Fifths Fraction belongs to the Unicode block.
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