HTML <Var> Tag

Definition

The <var> element represents a variable, such as those used in mathematical expressions or programming. The element is usually displayed in italic.

Example

Energy can be defined as the <var>m</var> x <var>c</var> x <var>c</var>.

Usage

• Both the opening and closing tags are required.
• The <var> element can used where phrasing content is permissible.
• The <var> element can contain phrasing content.
• It can be used to represent the following:
  • A mathematical expression variable.
  • A programming variable.
  • An identifier representing a constant.
  • A symbol identyfying a physical quantity.
  • A function parameter.
  • A placeholder in prose.

Attributes

The <var> element only supports the Global Attributes.

Specification

• HTML Living Standard Specification
• HTML5 Specification

Browser Support

Desktop

Mobile