Cuneiform Numeric Sign Five Ban2 Variant Form Character
π is a cuneiform numeric sign representing the number five in the Ban2 variant form.
U+12455
π (U+12455) is a cuneiform numeric sign used in writing systems that represent numbers with dedicated signs. Itβs commonly referred to as the numeric sign for five. Use the copy options below to paste it into your projects.
Cuneiform Numeric Sign Five Ban2 Variant Form Character Meaning
π is identified as the βCUNEIFORM NUMERIC SIGN FIVE BAN2 VARIANT FORMβ (Unicode U+12455). As a numeric sign, it denotes the value five within cuneiform numeric notation rather than functioning like a general word-sign. The βBan2 variant formβ wording indicates a specific graphical variant recognized in Unicode, which can matter if youβre matching a particular manuscript style, font behavior, or scholarly transcription standard. When formatting documents or encoding texts, treat it as a numeric glyph with the meaning of five in cuneiform numerical contexts.
Common uses
- β’Typography and font testing for cuneiform numeric glyphs
- β’Scholarly notes or study material that transcribes cuneiform numbers
- β’Creating educational content (worksheets, slides, or references) featuring the number five
- β’Decoding or encoding practice when working with Unicode cuneiform characters
- β’Metadata, labels, or UI elements that need a specific cuneiform numeric sign
Examples
π Cuneiform Numeric Sign Five (Ban2 Variant Form)
- ππ π π
- πNumber five: π
- πSign for 5 (Ban2 variant): π
- πInventory count: π
- πLesson π β cuneiform numerals
Variations
Technical codes
| Unicode | U+12455 | |
| HTML Entity | 𒑕 | |
| HTML Code | 𒑕 | |
| CSS | \12455 | |
| Decimal | 74837 |
How to type Cuneiform Numeric Sign Five Ban2 Variant Form Character (π)
On Windows
In Word, type 12455 then press Alt + X. Or open the emoji picker with Windows key + period.
On Mac
Press Control + Command + Space to open Character Viewer and search for the character.
On Linux
Press Control + Shift + U, type 12455, then press Enter or Space.
Anywhere
Copy π with the button above and paste it wherever you need it β this works on every device and in every app, with no keyboard shortcut to remember.
FAQ
What does the Cuneiform Numeric Sign Five Ban2 Variant Form character mean?
π is identified as the βCUNEIFORM NUMERIC SIGN FIVE BAN2 VARIANT FORMβ (Unicode U+12455). As a numeric sign, it denotes the value five within cuneiform numeric notation rather than functioning like a general word-sign. The βBan2 variant formβ wording indicates a specific graphical variant recognized in Unicode, which can matter if youβre matching a particular manuscript style, font behavior, or scholarly transcription standard. When formatting documents or encoding texts, treat it as a numeric glyph with the meaning of five in cuneiform numerical contexts.
What character is π?
π is a cuneiform numeric sign for five, Unicode code point U+12455, named βCUNEIFORM NUMERIC SIGN FIVE BAN2 VARIANT FORM.β
How can I copy π into my code?
Use its escapes: HTML entity 𒑕, CSS escape \\12455, or JavaScript escape \\u{12455}.
Does π always mean the number five?
In Unicodeβs naming, it is specifically the numeric sign for five (Ban2 variant form). It should be used where cuneiform numerals indicate the value five.
Why does it say βBan2 variant formβ?
It indicates a particular graphical variant recognized by Unicode. If youβre matching a specific transcription style or comparing fonts, the variant name helps ensure youβre using the intended glyph.