℉
Unicode
U+2109LaTeX
{}^\circ\mathrm{F}HTML entity
HTML decimal
℉MathML
<mo>℉</mo>Semantic identity and intent
Characters to distinguish
- ∆ — Laplacian Symbol
- ℏ — Reduced Planck Constant
- Å — Angstrom
Use ℉ in the right format
Meaning and usage
Represents temperature on the Fahrenheit scale.
Use it only where Fahrenheit is the expected temperature scale.
Pronunciation: degree fahrenheit
Formula examples
68\,{}^\circ\mathrm{F}How to type Degree Fahrenheit
- Windows
- Open Character Map and search by name or Unicode U+2109.
- macOS
- Open Character Viewer with Control–Command–Space and search by the symbol name.
- Microsoft Word
- In an equation, type {}^\circ\mathrm{F} and press Space when Word supports the command.
- iPhone and iPad
- Copy and paste ℉, or use a math/LaTeX app. The standard iOS keyboard may not expose every mathematical symbol.
- Android
- Copy and paste ℉, or use a math keyboard or LaTeX editor. Keyboard layouts vary by device and app.
- Google Docs
- For plain text, paste ℉ or use Insert → Special characters. For structured math, use the equation editor and verify {}^\circ\mathrm{F}.
- Excel
- Paste ℉ into a cell or use Insert → Symbol when available. Ordinary cells preserve the character but do not interpret LaTeX commands.
Common mistakes
- Keep ℉ attached to the correct quantity and follow the destination's unit, currency, spacing, and decimal conventions.
- For plain text, copy ℉ as U+2109; for structured equations, use {}^\circ\mathrm{F} in math mode. A look-alike glyph or image can break search, accessibility, or parsing when the intended character is Degree Fahrenheit.
When to use ℉
- Use ℉ in plain text when a Unicode character is appropriate and the destination preserves U+2109.
- Use {}^\circ\mathrm{F} in an equation editor when mathematical spacing or structure matters.
- Define the local meaning when Degree Fahrenheit is used in physics, currency measurement with a field-specific convention.
Look-alikes and related characters
- ∆ — Laplacian Symbol
- ℏ — Reduced Planck Constant
- Å — Angstrom
Font and compatibility notes
Font coverage varies; verify the code point and destination rendering before publication.
Continue the workflow
From Degree Fahrenheit to a finished equation
- Copy the characterUse ℉ in plain text when Unicode is accepted.
- Choose a structured formatUse
{}^\circ\mathrm{F}for LaTeX or the MathML snippet for accessible web equations. - Edit or convertOpen the value in the editor or converter without retyping it.
Review and source notes
Quality tier: catalog
Last reviewed: 2026-07-23
Review method: Catalog review of character identity and notation mappings.
Verified against: Unicode Standard, Unicode mathematical notation guidance, and established LaTeX/MathML syntax.
Reference sources
- The Unicode StandardUnicode Consortium — Character identity, encoding, names, and conformance.
- Unicode Character Code ChartsUnicode Consortium — Code points and official character charts.
Frequently asked questions
What does the Degree Fahrenheit symbol mean?
Represents temperature on the Fahrenheit scale.
What is the LaTeX command for ℉?
Use {}^\circ\mathrm{F} in a compatible math environment.
Can I copy ℉ as Unicode?
Yes. Use the copy button above to copy the Unicode character directly.