<dd>
Lists
The description that follows a dt; one term may have several.
| How to write it | <dd></dd> |
|---|---|
| Closing tag | </dd> |
| Void element | No — it must be closed |
| Common attributes | None in particular |
| Category | Lists |
How to read this
- Most tags come in pairs, opening and closing. Only tags with no content — img, br — are left unclosed.
- Writing </br> for a void element does nothing useful; the browser ignores it or adds an empty line.
- Appearance is CSS’s job. A tag says what something is; bold or italic is only the consequence.
- Choosing the tag that matches the meaning helps search engines and screen readers alike. Wrapping everything in div throws that information away.
Frequently asked questions
Q. What is the HTML <dd> tag?
The description that follows a dt; one term may have several.
Q. How do you write <dd>?
As <dd></dd>. The opening <dd> pairs with the closing </dd>.
Q. Which attributes are common on <dd>?
None in particular. The global attributes every element has — class, id, style — still apply.
Q. What group does <dd> belong to?
The lists group.