# <div>

A generic container for flow content when no more meaningful element fits.

## What is **`<div>`**?

**`<div>`** — A generic container for flow content when no more meaningful element fits.

```html
<div class="contact-card">
  <p>Call 555-0142</p>
</div>
```

Level: Novice · [More HTML terms at this level](https://www.ask-codey.com/glossary/subjects/html/novice)

Updated: September 27, 2026

Source: https://www.ask-codey.com/glossary/div