| ∴ | |
|---|---|
Therefore sign | |
| In Unicode | U+2234 ∴ THEREFORE (∴, ∴, ∴) |
| Related | |
| See also | Similar signs (below) |
In logical argument and mathematical proof, the therefore sign, ∴, is generally used before a logical consequence, such as the conclusion of a syllogism. The symbol consists of three dots placed in an upright triangle and is read therefore. While it is not generally used in formal writing, it is used in mathematics and shorthand.