HTML Entity for Between (≬)

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Updated: Sep 2026

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Unicode U+226C

HTML Entity for between (≬) tutorial illustration

Definition

What Is Between?

Between (≬) is Unicode U+226C in the Mathematical Operators block. It is a relation symbol used in formal math notation. HTML provides the named entity &between;.

Remember

Character     ≬
Unicode       U+226C
Hex entity    &#x226C;
Decimal       &#8812;
Named entity  &between;
CSS escape    \226C
Not the same  the word “between” in prose

All of these produce the same glyph: ≬. Prefer &between; in hand-written HTML; type ≬ in UTF-8 when you can; use numeric or CSS forms for generated content.

Reference

Quick Reference

One table for every form you will actually use.

Form	Code	Where it goes
Direct character	`≬`	HTML text (UTF-8)
Named entity	`&between;`	HTML markup (preferred name)
Hex entity	`≬`	HTML markup
Decimal entity	`≬`	HTML markup
CSS escape	`\226C`	Stylesheet `content`

When to Use Which

Situation	Use
Formal “between” relation	`&between;` or type `≬`
Ordinary English sentence	Write the word `between`
Much less / much greater	≪ / ≫
Generated text via `::before` / `::after`	`content: "\226C"`

See it

Live Preview

Between symbol in common study contexts.

Inline relation a ≬ b

Large glyph ≬

With label ≬ between (math relation)

Accessible label x y

With entities Named: ≬ | Hex: ≬ | Decimal: ≬

Code

Complete HTML Example

One page that shows ≬ with hex, decimal, named entity, CSS escape, and a typed character. Use View Output or open the live editor.

Hex + Decimal + Named + CSS + Typed

Five ways to produce ≬ in a single document.

html

<!DOCTYPE html>
<html lang="en">
<head>
  <meta charset="UTF-8">
  <title>Between (≬) in HTML</title>
  <style>
    #point::after {
      content: "\226C";
    }
  </style>
</head>
<body>
  <p>Between using Hex Code: &#x226C;</p>
  <p>Between using HTML Code: &#8812;</p>
  <p>Between using Named Entity: &between;</p>
  <p id="point">Between using CSS Entity: </p>
  <p>Typed directly: ≬</p>
</body>
</html>

Try It Yourself

How It Works

1. Hex: U+226C → ≬ in HTML. The browser turns it into ≬.

2. Decimal: same code point as 8812 → ≬. Same result as hex.

3. Named: &between; is the standard HTML name for U+226C — clear in source.

4. CSS: use \226C in content (not an HTML entity). #point::after appends that ≬ after the paragraph text.

5. Typed ≬: fine in UTF-8 source. All five lines show the same glyph.

Pitfalls & Tips

Common mistakes when working with between (≬).

Word

Prose vs symbol

In normal sentences write between. Reserve ≬ for math relation notation.

Meaning

Define the relation

Say briefly what ≬ means in your text so beginners are not guessing.

a11y

Label the symbol

Screen readers may not say “between.” Add visible or visually hidden text when meaning matters.

CSS vs HTML

Do not mix escapes

\226C belongs in CSS. &between; / ≬ belong in HTML.

Fonts

Use math-capable fonts

Some UI fonts omit Mathematical Operators. Prefer fonts with solid math coverage.

Semicolon

End references

Always finish with ; — write &between;, not &between.

Compatibility

Browser Support

Between (U+226C) and its entity forms (&between;, ≬, ≬, CSS \\226C) are supported in all mainstream browsers. Glyph availability depends on font support for Mathematical Operators.

✓ Universal support

Between (≬)

Type ≬, or encode with named, hex, decimal, or CSS escape — same glyph everywhere encoding is supported.

100% Browser coverage

Google Chrome Supported

Yes

Microsoft Edge Supported

Yes

Mozilla Firefox Supported

Yes

Apple Safari Supported

Yes

Opera Supported

Yes

Internet Explorer All versions

Yes

U+226C / entities Full support

Bottom line: Prefer &between; or a typed ≬ for math notation. Use numeric forms when generating markup, and \\226C only inside CSS content.

Remember

Key Takeaways

Unicode: between is U+226C (decimal 8812).
HTML: prefer &between; (or ≬ / ≬).
CSS: use \226C inside content for generated text.
Watch out: use the word between in prose — not ≬.

One line: U+226C → &between; / ≬ / ≬ / CSS \226C.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I display between (≬) in HTML?

Use ≬ (hex), ≬ (decimal), &between; (named), or the CSS escape \226C in the content property. All render ≬. You can also paste ≬ directly if your file is UTF-8.

What is the Unicode value for between?

U+226C (hex 226C, decimal 8812). Unicode names it BETWEEN. It belongs to the Mathematical Operators block.

Is there a named HTML entity for ≬ (U+226C)?

Yes. &between; maps to U+226C. Prefer it in hand-written HTML; numeric forms are useful in generated markup.

Should I use ≬ instead of the word between?

No. In normal prose write the word between. Use ≬ only in math or formal relation notation where that glyph is required.

What is the difference between HTML code and CSS entity for ≬?

HTML entities (≬, ≬, or &between;) go in markup. The CSS escape \226C is used in stylesheets (usually in the content property of ::before/::after). Both render ≬.

When should I use the between symbol?

In mathematical relations and notation that call for U+226C. Define the relation in words for beginners so the glyph’s meaning is clear.

Did you know?

Between is Unicode U+226C (decimal 8812) in the Mathematical Operators block — official name BETWEEN. HTML’s named reference is &between;. It is a formal relation glyph, not a substitute for the English word “between” in ordinary sentences.

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