Cuneiform Numeric Sign Five Dish Character
π is the cuneiform numeric sign βfive dishβ used in writing systems for counting and notation.
U+1240A
π is a cuneiform character identified in Unicode as βCuneiform Numeric Sign Five Dish.β It can be copied directly or inserted using its code point and escape forms. This page helps you understand what it is and how to use it reliably in text, design, and development.
Cuneiform Numeric Sign Five Dish Character Meaning
In Unicode, π is named βCUNEIFORM NUMERIC SIGN FIVE DISH.β As a numeric sign, it represents the value associated with βfiveβ in the context of cuneiform writing, and it is specified with the qualifier βdish,β indicating a particular counting or measurement convention. Like many cuneiform numeric signs, the exact reading can depend on the surrounding text and the convention used by the original tablet or document tradition. In modern use, people most often treat it as a specific, uniquely encoded cuneiform numeric character for scholarly transcription, typographic projects, or digital references.
Common uses
- β’Copying into Unicode text for cuneiform transcription or annotation
- β’Using in academic drafts or reference lists that include cuneiform numeral characters
- β’Typography and UI testing to verify rendering of cuneiform code points
- β’Creating posters, study sheets, or educational materials about cuneiform writing
- β’Using in metadata, filenames, or databases where the exact character identity matters
Examples
π Cuneiform Numeric Sign Five Dish
- πUnicode sample: π
- πCharacter name: CUNEIFORM NUMERIC SIGN FIVE DISH (π)
- πInsert into document: π to denote a specific numeral sign
- πTesting fonts for π rendering in captions
- πReference list entry: π β cuneiform numeric sign
Variations
Technical codes
| Unicode | U+1240A | |
| HTML Entity | 𒐊 | |
| HTML Code | 𒐊 | |
| CSS | \1240A | |
| Decimal | 74762 |
How to type Cuneiform Numeric Sign Five Dish Character (π)
On Windows
In Word, type 1240A 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 1240a, 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 is the Unicode code point for π?
π has the Unicode code point U+1240A.
How can I copy π in HTML?
Use the HTML entity 𒐊.
What does the name βCuneiform Numeric Sign Five Dishβ indicate?
It identifies the symbol as a cuneiform numeric sign associated with βfive,β with the qualifier βdishβ for the specific counting or notation convention.
How do I insert π in JavaScript?
You can use the JavaScript escape \\u{1240A} in a string.