You are an exponent.
An exponent is a mathematical notation that signifies the number of times a base is multiplied by itself. For example, in the expression 23, the base is 2 and the exponent is 3. This means 2 is used as a factor three times: 2 × 2 × 2, which equals 8. Exponents can simplify complex calculations and are fundamental in various areas of mathematics, including algebra and calculus.