Cuneiform Numeric Sign Five Buru Character
๐น (U+12439) is a cuneiform numeric sign named five buru.
U+12439
๐น is a cuneiform character used for numeric representation in cuneiform writing traditions. This page helps you identify the symbol and copy it for documents, fonts, or digital text.
Cuneiform Numeric Sign Five Buru Character Meaning
๐น is the Unicode character named โCUNEIFORM NUMERIC SIGN FIVE BURUโ with code point U+12439. As a โnumeric sign,โ it is used to represent the value five in cuneiform contexts, while โburuโ distinguishes the specific sign shape/type within the cuneiform numeric inventory. In practice, youโll typically encounter it when transcribing or referencing cuneiform numerals, building bilingual text resources, or formatting educational/archaeological content where sign identification matters. When using it digitally, rely on the code point (U+12439) and the official escapes to avoid confusion with similarly styled cuneiform characters.
Common uses
- โขCopying the exact cuneiform numeral sign for educational materials about cuneiform writing
- โขDigital transcription or annotation of texts that include the โfive buruโ sign
- โขLabeling or indexing signs in font specimen sheets and character reference lists
- โขCreating punctuation-free numeric entries in cuneiform-themed layouts or graphics
- โขProgramming and templating where you need a reliable Unicode character for U+12439
Examples
๐น Cuneiform Numeric Sign Five Buru
- ๐น๐น is used as the cuneiform numeric sign for five (buru).
- ๐นUnicode: U+12439 โ ๐น.
- ๐นTranscription note: sign variant โfive buruโ is written as ๐น.
- ๐นAdd ๐น to your cuneiform character list for numeric signs.
- ๐นUse the HTML entity for ๐น: 𒐹
Variations
Technical codes
| Unicode | U+12439 | |
| HTML Entity | 𒐹 | |
| HTML Code | 𒐹 | |
| CSS | \12439 | |
| Decimal | 74809 |
How to type Cuneiform Numeric Sign Five Buru Character (๐น)
On Windows
In Word, type 12439 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 12439, then press Enter or Space.
Anywhere
Copy ๐น with the button above and paste it wherever you need it โ this works on every device and in every app, with no keyboard shortcut to remember.
FAQ
What does the Cuneiform Numeric Sign Five Buru character mean?
๐น is the Unicode character named โCUNEIFORM NUMERIC SIGN FIVE BURUโ with code point U+12439. As a โnumeric sign,โ it is used to represent the value five in cuneiform contexts, while โburuโ distinguishes the specific sign shape/type within the cuneiform numeric inventory. In practice, youโll typically encounter it when transcribing or referencing cuneiform numerals, building bilingual text resources, or formatting educational/archaeological content where sign identification matters. When using it digitally, rely on the code point (U+12439) and the official escapes to avoid confusion with similarly styled cuneiform characters.
What is the Unicode code point for ๐น?
๐น has Unicode code point U+12439.
What is the official Unicode name of this character?
Its Unicode name is โCUNEIFORM NUMERIC SIGN FIVE BURU.โ
How can I copy ๐น into HTML?
Use the provided HTML entity: 𒐹.
What escapes can I use in code?
CSS escape: \\12439, and JavaScript escape: \\u{12439}.