What is the Unicode codepoint for Hyphen-minus?

The - Hyphen-minus emoji is encoded as U+2D (hex 2D). It belongs to the Symbol Other group inside Symbols.

How do I copy the - emoji?

Open this page and click "Copy emoji". The - character is copied to your clipboard so you can paste it into any app that supports Unicode emojis.

Does Hyphen-minus have shortcodes?

Yes. Common shortcodes include :hyphen_minus:, :minus:, and :hyphen:. Platforms like Slack, Discord, and GitHub render these as the - emoji automatically.

Hyphen-minus

Hyphen-minus (-) from Symbols.

Name

hyphen-minus

Shortcodes

:hyphen_minus::minus::hyphen:

Themes

math

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About the - Hyphen-minus emoji

The - Hyphen-minus emoji is part of the Symbols category and the symbol other group on DBEmoji. Shortcodes such as :hyphen_minus:, :minus:, and :hyphen: resolve to this emoji on platforms like Slack, Discord, and GitHub.

Hyphen-minus (Unicode codepoint U+2D) hyphen-minus (-) from Symbols.. - stands for "hyphen-minus" in the Unicode emoji set, codified as U+2D. Symbol emojis like - read more like icons than illustrations; they fit professional copy without feeling casual. In hex, the codepoint reads 2D; the canonical Unicode form is U+2D. On platforms that use shortcodes (Slack, Discord, GitHub), it answers to `:hyphen_minus:`, `:minus:`, `:hyphen:`. Closely related themes: math. Use the copy button to grab - for messages, social posts, or anywhere else emojis show up.

When to use - Hyphen-minus

Adding visual context to social posts, chats, and captions
Replacing stock images with a single expressive character
Brightening short copy where text-only feels too plain

Combinations and pairings

Pair - with math-themed emojis to reinforce the same vibe in one message.
Lead a caption with - for a quick visual hook, or close a sentence with it as a reaction.

How to copy the - Hyphen-minus emoji

Open the emoji page. Visit the Hyphen-minus emoji page on DBEmoji to see the character, codepoint, and meaning side by side.
Tap Copy emoji. Click the "Copy emoji" button. The - character is placed on your clipboard instantly — no signup, no download.
Paste anywhere. Paste into any chat app, social network, document, or text field that supports Unicode. The emoji renders using the platform's native style.

Frequently asked questions

What does the - Hyphen-minus emoji mean?: - stands for "hyphen-minus" in the Unicode emoji set, codified as U+2D. Symbol emojis like - read more like icons than illustrations; they fit professional copy without feeling casual. In hex, the codepoint reads 2D; the canonical Unicode form is U+2D. On platforms that use shortcodes (Slack, Discord, GitHub), it answers to `:hyphen_minus:`, `:minus:`, `:hyphen:`. Closely related themes: math. Use the copy button to grab - for messages, social posts, or anywhere else emojis show up.
What is the Unicode codepoint for Hyphen-minus?: The - Hyphen-minus emoji is encoded as U+2D (hex 2D). It belongs to the Symbol Other group inside Symbols.
How do I copy the - emoji?: Open this page and click "Copy emoji". The - character is copied to your clipboard so you can paste it into any app that supports Unicode emojis.
Does Hyphen-minus have shortcodes?: Yes. Common shortcodes include :hyphen_minus:, :minus:, and :hyphen:. Platforms like Slack, Discord, and GitHub render these as the - emoji automatically.