Cuneiform Numeric Sign One Third Dish Character
π is a cuneiform numeric sign identified as ONE THIRD DISH (U+1245A).
U+1245A
π (U+1245A) is a cuneiform character used as a numeric sign. Itβs helpful for transliteration-style work, historical text labeling, and specialist typography.
Cuneiform Numeric Sign One Third Dish Character Meaning
π is named βCUNEIFORM NUMERIC SIGN ONE THIRD DISHβ (Unicode U+1245A). As a numeric sign, it represents a quantity associated with βone thirdβ of a βdishβ measure in cuneiform numeric notation. Youβll mainly encounter it in scholarly or reference-oriented contexts, such as building font/test pages, creating annotated displays for study, or adding accurate characters to digital reconstructions and cataloging systems. When using it in documents, rely on the provided Unicode code point and escapes (HTML, CSS, JavaScript) to ensure consistent rendering across platforms that support the character.
Common uses
- β’Copying the exact cuneiform numeric character for academic or reference documents
- β’Using the symbol in digital font or Unicode coverage test sheets
- β’Adding accurate characters to transliteration and annotation workflows
- β’Labeling cuneiform-styled graphics or educational materials about measurements
- β’Representing the character in content management systems using Unicode escapes
Examples
π Cuneiform Numeric Sign One Third Dish
- πU+1245A: π
- πCuneiform numeric sign: π
- πCopy this character: π
- πUnicode escape check: \\u{1245A} β π
- πTest rendering of π in your browser
Variations
Technical codes
| Unicode | U+1245A | |
| HTML Entity | 𒑚 | |
| HTML Code | 𒑚 | |
| CSS | \1245A | |
| Decimal | 74842 |
How to type Cuneiform Numeric Sign One Third Dish Character (π)
On Windows
In Word, type 1245A 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 1245a, 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 is Unicode U+1245A.
How can I copy π into HTML?
Use the HTML entity: 𒑚.
What are the CSS and JavaScript escapes for π?
CSS escape: \\1245A. JavaScript escape: \\u{1245A}.
What does the name βone third dishβ refer to?
The characterβs official Unicode name is βCUNEIFORM NUMERIC SIGN ONE THIRD DISH,β indicating it is a cuneiform numeric sign tied to a βone thirdβ quantity in a βdishβ measure context.