Parenthesized Digit Six Symbol

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

Number Symbols collection

Symbol: ⑹
Unicode: U+2479
HTML entity: ⑹
Category: Number Symbols

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About the parenthesized digit six symbol

The character is read or spoken as "parenthesized six" or simply "six in parentheses." It belongs to the set of enclosed alphanumeric symbols used for list numbering, outlining, or as a typographic variant of the digit six within a pair of parentheses. This form often appears in printed or digital lists, reference notes, or diagrams where a compact, visually distinct number marker is needed, such as in step-by-step instructions or itemized sequences. As a single-digit symbol, it is less common than full parenthesized numbers but may be encountered in specialized formatting or decorative numbering schemes.

How to type Parenthesized Digit Six

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 2479 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 2479.
Or: Control + Command + Space opens the Character Viewer — search by name.