➖
minus
Unicode: 2796
Description
A thick, straight, horizontal line, often used as a separator or divider.
Group:
Symbols > math
Status:
fully-qualified
Emotion:
Neutral; typically does not convey specific emotions, but can be used for emphasis or structure.
Backstory
The 2796 emoji, known as 'Heavy Minus Sign', is part of the Miscellaneous Technical block in Unicode. While its original intent might relate to mathematical or technical contexts, in common digital communication, it primarily functions as a simple horizontal divider or a bold dash.
Usage Examples
- As a divider: 'Appetizers ➖ Main Course ➖ Dessert'
- For emphasis: 'Important Update ➖ Read Carefully'
- As a stylized dash: 'Yes ➖ No'
- Creating sections: 'Section 1 ➖ Section 2'
Cultural Differences
Western culture:
Frequently used in informal text to visually separate ideas, indicate a break, or create bullet-like structures.
East Asian culture:
Similar usage to Western culture for separation and structure in text.