Cubed Symbol
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Shortcodes
Quick reference codes for the ³ Cubed Symbol.
| Unicode | U+00B3 |
| Alt Code | 0179 |
| HTML Code | ³ |
| CSS Code | \00B3 |
| HTML Entity | ³ |
| HEX Code | ³ |
About the Cubed Symbol
The cubed symbol (³, U+00B3) is a superscript three used to express a number or quantity
raised to the third power — multiplied by itself twice. Writing x³ means
x × x × x. It appears constantly in science and engineering:
cubic metres (m³) measure volume, cubic centimetres (cm³) describe engine displacement and
medical dosage, and km³ quantifies enormous geological volumes. In mathematics, cubing
is the inverse operation of the cube root (∛, U+221B). The number 2³ = 8,
3³ = 27, and 10³ = 1000. Perfect cubes — integers whose
cube root is also an integer — include 1, 8, 27, 64, 125, and 216. The superscript
character (U+00B3) is a dedicated Unicode codepoint distinct from a regular 3 placed inside a
<sup> tag, though both render identically. Use ³ or ³ in HTML;
on Windows hold Alt and type 0179 on the numpad.
Customize Your Symbol
This is the cubed symbol and one of the most used math characters — yet your keyboard has no key for it! In writing some volume formula, expressing 3³ on a text message, typing for example also through word processor only school works with inserted symbol (exponent) or WhatsApp complete one proper exponent three methods relevant to every device are boiled away. Also, you will have available copy-paste immediate symbols (~) without registering before every sentence: Unicode references 00101111, maths preview explanation on elementary functions transform (zoom in), pi symbol and answer to any arbitrary universal question — all placed.
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| Symbol | Name |
|---|---|
| ³ | Superscript Three (cubed) |
| x³ | X Cubed |
| ∛ | Cube Root |
| π | Pi Symbol |
Note : All the above characters are real Unicode. They paste properly into Word, Google Docs, WhatsApp or Instagram — even calculators and every web platform.
Cubed Symbol in Maths What Does It Mean?
When you write x³ the little 3 (called a superscript) is an exponent telling us to multiply the base number or variable by itself three times.
x^3 = x \times x \times x
Cubed comes from Geometry direct. A cube (the perfect 3D box) with a side length of x has an volume equal to the power of 3. Hence any number taken to the power of 3 is called cubing that number.
Important facts about the cubed symbol in maths:
- ³ is the superscript three, Unicode U+00B3
- Unlike the regular digit 3 — note that this sits higher and is rendered smaller
- x³ is a polynomial term of the third degree
- Cubing and cube-rooting (∛) are inverse operations
- Volume measurements often use cubed units like cm³, m³, ft³
Values at a glance : 3 Cubed, and 4 Cubed
| Expression | Meaning | Result |
|---|---|---|
| 3³ | 3 × 3 × 3 | 27 |
| 4³ | 4 × 4 × 4 | 64 |
Cubed Symbol on Phone — iPhone
Open any keyboard → click on key 123 to use number view → long press the keyboard key → there will be option showing ³ as superscript and slide your finger to it & release.
Text Replacement shortcut
Settings → General → Keyboard → Text Replacement → tap the + button → set Phrase as ³ and Shortcut ^3 or cb.
Cubed Symbol on Phone — Android
Switch over to the numeric keyboard → press and hold the 3 key → a ³ superscript option pops up above it in the keyboard — tap to insert.
If your keyboard does not enable the long-press option, just copy ³ from this page and use it in a clipboard manager for repeat purposes.
Cubed Symbol on WhatsApp
WhatsApp will not support any rich text formatting like superscript. Your two reliable options are:
- Copy the Unicode ³ character and paste it directly
- Use plain text shorthand like
x^3
Linux
Ctrl + Shift + U → Type 00b3 → Press ENTER. This inserts the ³ character at the cursor position.
How to insert the cubed symbol in Microsoft Word
- Position your cursor where you need the cubed symbol
- Go to Insert tab
- Click Symbol → More Symbols
- Choose Latin-1 Supplement
- Find the ³ symbol or type
00B3in Character Code - Click Insert and Close
You can also type 00B3 and press Alt + X.
Cubed Symbol in a Calculator
- Scientific calculators: use the
x³key - Google Search: type
3^3or4^3 - Excel / Google Sheets:
=A1^3 - Python:
x**3
Unicode technical details
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Character name | Superscript Three |
| Unicode | U+00B3 |
| UTF-8 encoding | C2 B3 |
| UTF-16 encoding | 00 B3 |
| Block | Latin-1 Supplement |
The Pi Symbol — Quick look
The pi symbol π is often used with cubed notation in geometry formulas.
Example:
genui{“math_block_widget_always_prefetch_v2”:{“content”:”\frac{4}{3}\pi r^3″}}
This is the formula for the volume of a sphere.
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Symbol | π |
| Unicode | U+03C0 |
| Approximate value | 3.14159265 |
| Windows Alt code | Alt + 960 |
| Mac shortcut | Option + P |
| LaTeX | \pi |
Cubed Symbol in Text — Alternatives in Plain text
| Context | Notation |
|---|---|
| Casual messaging | x^3 |
| Programming | x**3 |
| Search engines | x^3 or “x cubed” |
| Scientific plain text | x^3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the name of this cubed symbol?
Unicode officially calls the raised ³ character “Superscript Three”. It is otherwise known as the cubed symbol or cube exponent.
How do I type ³ with no numeric keyboard?
Turn on NumLock and use the inbuilt number keys, or use Character Map on Windows / Character Viewer on Mac.
What is 3 cubed?
3^3 = 3 \times 3 \times 3 = 27
What is 4 cubed?
4^3 = 4 \times 4 \times 4 = 64
Is it possible to use ³ in WhatsApp messages?
Yes. Unicode character ³ appears correctly in WhatsApp on Android and iOS.
How to insert cubed symbol in Word easily?
Use Alt + 0179 or type 00B3 then press Alt + X.
Is ³ the same as ^3?
Mathematically yes, but ³ is the actual Unicode superscript character while ^3 is plain-text shorthand.
Conclusion
Once you learn the trick, it turns out that cubed ³ is not as hard to find as most people think. Hitting Alt + 0179 on a Windows machine serves it up right away. The Character Viewer on Mac retrieves it in seconds. Long press the number 3 on any smartphone to generate superscript. For WhatsApp, the simplest way is to copy paste unicode character ³. It inserts cleanly with Alt + X in Word or via the Symbol menu. Whether you are writing 3³ = 27 or using π and r³ in geometry formulas, this guide gives you every easy method you need.