Nu Symbol codes and values
| Format | Value |
|---|---|
| Unicode | U+03BD |
| HTML (decimal) | ν |
| HTML (hex) | ν |
| HTML entity | ν |
| CSS | \03BD |
| JavaScript | \u03BD |
The official Unicode name is "Greek Small Letter Nu".
How to type the nu symbol
Windows
- In Microsoft Word, type
03BDand press Alt + X to turn the code into ν. - Or press Win + . to open the emoji and symbol panel and search for it.
Mac
- Press Control + Command + Space to open the Character Viewer and search for "greek small letter nu".
- Or add the "Unicode Hex Input" keyboard in System Settings, hold Option and type
03BD.
Linux
- In GTK apps press Ctrl + Shift + U, type
03bdand press Enter.
Web pages
Write ν or ν in HTML, or paste the character directly into a UTF-8 page.
Encoding details
| Encoding | Value |
|---|---|
| Code point | U+03BD (decimal 957) |
| UTF-8 bytes | CE BD |
| URL encoded | %CE%BD |
| Category | Ll |
What the nu symbol means
Nu is a Greek letter frequently used in physics to denote frequency, kinematic viscosity, or Poisson's ratio. It plays a vital role in wave mechanics, optics, and material science equations.
Using the nu symbol well
Type nu with Unicode U+03BD when drafting technical content. Select a font that clearly differentiates it from the Latin letter v to prevent misinterpretation by readers.
Characters next to it in Unicode
| Character | Code | Name |
|---|---|---|
| κ | U+03BA | Greek Small Letter Kappa |
| λ | U+03BB | Greek Small Letter Lamda |
| μ | U+03BC | Greek Small Letter Mu |
| ξ | U+03BE | Greek Small Letter Xi |
| ο | U+03BF | Greek Small Letter Omicron |
| π | U+03C0 | Greek Small Letter Pi |
FAQ
What is the Unicode for the nu symbol?
The nu symbol ν is U+03BD (Greek Small Letter Nu).
How do I type ν on a keyboard?
There is no classic Alt code for it. On Windows type 03BD in Word and press Alt + X, on Mac use the Character Viewer, and on Linux press Ctrl + Shift + U then 03bd.
What is the HTML code for ν?
Use ν or the named entity ν. The hexadecimal form is ν.
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