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➖ Minus Emoji — Meaning & Usage
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Description
Behold the bold minus sign (−), representing subtraction, removal, or negative values. Used in math and to indicate taking something away.
When to Use
Use for subtraction, negative outcomes, removing items, or decreasing quantities.
Example Usage
- “10 ➖ 3 = 7”
- “Removing unnecessary features ➖”
- “One less thing to worry about ➖”
Popular Combinations
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Deducting costs
➖📋
Removing from list
➖🔢
Math subtraction
How Minus looks across platforms
Open-source emoji designs. Each project maintains its own visual style — colors, shapes, and details may differ from what you see on your device.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does ➖ mean in a text message?▼
Behold the bold minus sign (−), representing subtraction, removal, or negative values. Used in math and to indicate taking something away. Use for subtraction, negative outcomes, removing items, or decreasing quantities. The tone can shift depending on context — a message to a friend reads differently than one to a coworker.
What is the official Unicode name for ➖?▼
Each emoji has an official name assigned by the Unicode Consortium, which may differ from common names used in apps. The Minus emoji's official designation is listed in the Unicode CLDR (Common Locale Data Repository). Shortcode names like those on Slack or Discord are platform-specific.
Can screen readers interpret ➖?▼
Yes. Screen readers announce emoji by their Unicode name, so ➖ would be read aloud as "Minus." When using multiple emoji in a row, screen readers read each one individually, which can be overwhelming — so use them sparingly in accessible content.
What is the shortcode for ➖?▼
On platforms like Slack and Discord, you can type `:heavy_minus_sign:` to insert the Minus emoji. On GitHub, the same shortcodes work in issues and comments.
Unicode
U+2796
Category
Symbols
Added
Unicode 1.0
Shortcodes
:heavy_minus_sign:Keywords
heavysignmathcalculationsubtractless
When to Use ➖ Minus
Use for subtraction, negative outcomes, removing items, or decreasing quantities.
- •Send ➖ when you want to express or reference "minus" in a message — it instantly conveys the meaning without extra words
- •Use ➖ in conversations about heavy or sign to add visual emphasis and make your point clearer
- •React with ➖ Minus on social media posts, stories, or comments related to minus
- •Combine ➖ with related emoji in captions or bios — works well when talking about heavy, sign, math
⌨️ Keyboard Shortcuts
Open your system emoji picker to type any emoji directly:
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