Explanation
The ⩱ symbol means that Black stands slightly better. The assessment leans toward Black, but the difference remains small and the position is still close to .
The slight edge may come from activity, space, healthier pawns, better king safety, or a small material difference. The symbol summarizes the whole position and sets neither an exact score nor a universal engine threshold.
In PGN, ⩱ corresponds to $15. The text alternatives =+ and =/+ are used when the typographic symbol is unavailable.
⩱ is weaker than , which gives Black a moderate advantage. The mirrored sign ⩲ gives White a slight edge.
Common confusions
⩱ versus ∓
⩱ is a small edge; ∓ is a clearer Black advantage.
⩱ versus =
= favors neither side; ⩱ gives Black a small preference.
Sources
- 1.System of Signs, Chess Informant
- 2.Portable Game Notation Specification and Implementation Guide, Steven J. Edwards
- 3.Chess assessment symbols, RPB Chessboard
