Double Hyphen ⹀

⹀ (U+2E40) is a standard Unicode character that you can copy and paste anywhere text is accepted. This page provides a concise reference with safe tips, internal links, and practical guidance so you can use it reliably across apps and platforms.

What it is and where it’s used: Double Hyphen is part of the Symbols family (block: Supplemental Punctuation). If you need styled or decorative alternatives, try our Fancy Text tool to generate compatible text that works in most modern interfaces.

History & usage: The DOUBLE HYPHEN is a symbol in the Common script, with the code point U+2E40 and it sits in the Supplemental Punctuation block. In writing, this mark is used to structure text and to show tone shifts. It can act like a dash in lists or align thoughts, and it can also mark breaks inside a sentence. Its exact look and how it is read depend on the style guide in use. Some styles favor longer, spaced lines, while others rely on tighter punctuation for quick pacing. Writers choose the double hyphen to signal a pause, an aside, or a change in emphasis. Since punctuation does not change meaning by itself, the mark helps readers follow intent and mood. The conventions around its use differ by locale or publication tradition. In some places it appears where a dash would, in others it signals a stronger break than a comma but less than a period. Overall, the symbol is a tool for shaping rhythm and voice in text. It sits among other marks that structure sentences and guide how readers experience the writing.

Copy and input: the quickest method is to copy the character here. You can also insert it by its codepoint U+2E40 in many development tools or editors. Some operating systems provide a character viewer or input palette that lets you search by name or code and insert the glyph into documents.

Display and fallback: if you see an empty box (tofu) or a placeholder rectangle, the active font might not include this codepoint. Switching to a font with broader Unicode coverage or using a fallback font usually fixes the issue. On the web, ensure the page’s font stack includes a general‑purpose fallback.

Related references: browse the Categories for similar characters. When choosing a symbol, prefer the official codepoint for semantic clarity and better compatibility with search, copy, and accessibility tooling.

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