Inequalities: What are the English Terminologies for > and >=?

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The discussion revolves around the English terminologies for the mathematical symbols ">" and ">=", focusing on how these inequalities are referred to in language.

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  • Participants explore various terms for the symbols, including suggestions like "strictly greater than" and "right angle bracket." There is also a mention of potential confusion regarding the correct terminology.

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Multiple interpretations of the terms are being explored, with some participants providing suggestions while others express uncertainty about the correct terminology.

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There is a reference to differing terminologies that may not align with common English usage, indicating a potential gap in understanding or translation of terms.

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Hi all

What is a ">" called in English, and likewise, what is ">=" called in English?
 
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> - "greater than"
>= "greater than or equal to"
 
I mean what are the symbols called? Translating what we call it here, in English it would be something like a "sharp inequality" and a "soft inequality" respectively (these are not the correct English terms, according to Google).
 
Maybe "strictly greater than" for >, and "strictly less than" for <. I don't think there is corresponding terminology for >= and <=.

The symbol > is sometimes called "right angle bracket", and < is called "left angle bracket."
 

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