Less-Than Or Equivalent To Symbol

A symbol from the Math Symbols collection. Click the symbol or the button below to copy.

Math Symbols collection

Symbol: ≲
Unicode: U+2272
HTML entity: ≲
Category: Math Symbols

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About the less-than or equivalent to symbol

The mathematical symbol ≲ expresses a relationship where one quantity is both less than and equivalent to another. It is a composite sign, combining the familiar less-than sign with an equal sign beneath, indicating that two values may be equal or that the inequality is approximate. This character is used in formal mathematics, particularly in set theory, order theory, and analysis, to denote a preorder or a weak inequality that is not strictly less than. It appears in academic papers, textbooks, and technical writing where precise relational notation is required.

How to type Less-Than Or Equivalent To

Native keyboard shortcuts for each operating system — derived from the codepoint, so the steps below are always accurate.

Windows

2 options

In Word / Outlook: type 2272 then press Alt + X.
Anywhere: press Win + . to open the emoji & symbol picker, then search.

macOS

2 options

Enable “Unicode Hex Input” in System Settings → Keyboard, then hold Option and type 2272.
Or: Control + Command + Space opens the Character Viewer — search by name.