---
title: "init(symbol:converter:)"
framework: foundation
role: symbol
role_heading: Initializer
path: "foundation/dimension/init(symbol:converter:)"
---

# init(symbol:converter:)

Initializes a dimensional unit with the symbol and unit converter you specify.

## Declaration

```swift
init(symbol: String, converter: UnitConverter)
```

## Parameters

- `symbol`: The symbol used to represent the unit.
- `converter`: The unit converter used to represent the unit in terms of the dimension’s base unit.

## Return Value

Return Value A new dimensional unit with the specified symbol and unit converter.

## Discussion

Discussion This is the designated initializer.