Nabla Symbol

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

Symbol: ∇
Unicode: U+2207
HTML entity: ∇
Category: Math Symbols

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About the nabla symbol

Nabla is a triangular mathematical symbol resembling an inverted Greek capital delta. It is used primarily in vector calculus to denote the del or gradient operator, representing a vector of partial derivatives applied to a scalar field. The symbol also appears in contexts such as the Laplacian operator (when combined with itself) and in expressions for divergence and curl.

The character belongs to the Mathematical Operators block and is classified as a math symbol, making it distinct from ordinary letters or punctuation. It is commonly found in technical and scientific writing, particularly in physics and engineering texts, where it serves as a compact notation for differential operations in multivariable calculus.

How to type Nabla

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

Windows

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In Word / Outlook: type 2207 then press Alt + X.
Anywhere: press Win + . to open the emoji & symbol picker, then search.

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Enable “Unicode Hex Input” in System Settings → Keyboard, then hold Option and type 2207.
Or: Control + Command + Space opens the Character Viewer — search by name.