Mathematical Fraktur Small A 𝔞

Visual Description: The symbol is a stylized fraktur form of the letter a. It appears as a delicate, looping character with bold curves and thin connectors. In plain screens it resembles a decorative letter used in math and typography. It sits beside other variable marks in formulas. Its presence often signals a specialized mode in editors.

Meaning & Usage: It signals a special kind of variable or emphasis in formulas. In calculators and quick UI controls, such letters help differentiate a chosen variable from normal text. It is not a number and should not be treated as a numeric value in calculations.

Historical Background: The style grew from manuscript traditions and later became a typographic option in mathematical notation. Designers used decorative forms to separate variables, constants, and operators. Over time, scholars adopted these marks to label specific sets or families without altering their algebraic meaning.

Practical Use: In apps and dashboards, use the symbol to label axes, variables, or functions. Provide quick UI controls for switching between serif or decorative glyphs, and include calculators or formulas that accept symbolic names. Remember to keep readability, and avoid overusing fancy characters in numeric-heavy views.

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Look‑alikes: a (U+61).

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