Because in LaTeX

The LaTeX command for because (∵) is \because — because.

\because

Logic · Unicode ∵ (U+2235) · needs amssymb

How to type Because

Write \because inside math mode — that is, between $…$ for inline math or in a \[ … \] / equation block for display math. This symbol needs the amssymb package, so add \usepackage{amssymb} to your preamble.

Example

$p \because q$

p \because q

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FAQ

How do you write because (∵) in LaTeX?

Use \because in math mode after adding \usepackage{amssymb} to your preamble. For example, $p \because q$.

Which package provides \because?

It comes from the amssymb package — add \usepackage{amssymb} to your preamble.

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