Cuneiform Sign Ab Gunu Character
π is the Unicode Cuneiform sign βAB GUNUβ, used for referencing cuneiform texts digitally.
U+12015
π (CUNEIFORM SIGN AB GUNU) is a cuneiform character encoded in Unicode. This page helps you identify it correctly and copy it reliably across platforms.
Cuneiform Sign Ab Gunu Character Meaning
π is a Unicode-encoded cuneiform sign identified by the Unicode name βCUNEIFORM SIGN AB GUNUβ with codepoint U+12015. As with many cuneiform characters, its exact reading or linguistic role depends on the original tablet, sign combination, and scholarly convention. In digital workflows, the most common value of the character is as a precise, standards-based way to represent and reference a specific cuneiform sign in transcriptions, catalogs, fonts, and educational materials. Itβs particularly useful when you need the exact character rather than a generic βcuneiformβ symbol.
Common uses
- β’Typing or inserting the exact cuneiform sign in scholarly notes and transcription drafts
- β’Labeling sign charts and educational materials with the correct Unicode character
- β’Using the character in web or app content that requires standards-based Unicode text
- β’Including the sign in image captions, blog posts, or dataset documentation for cuneiform OCR/analysis
- β’Testing font coverage and rendering behavior for U+12015 in design and development
Examples
π Cuneiform Sign AB GUNU
- πCuneiform sign: π (U+12015)
- πIn the transcription, the sign AB GUNU appears in line 3: π
- πFont test character list includes π and several related cuneiform signs.
- πCatalog entry for U+12015: π β CUNEIFORM SIGN AB GUNU
- πUse π when matching sign order to the original tablet copy.
Variations
Technical codes
| Unicode | U+12015 | |
| HTML Entity | 𒀕 | |
| HTML Code | 𒀕 | |
| CSS | \12015 | |
| Decimal | 73749 |
How to type Cuneiform Sign Ab Gunu Character (π)
On Windows
In Word, type 12015 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 12015, 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 Sign Ab Gunu character mean?
π is a Unicode-encoded cuneiform sign identified by the Unicode name βCUNEIFORM SIGN AB GUNUβ with codepoint U+12015. As with many cuneiform characters, its exact reading or linguistic role depends on the original tablet, sign combination, and scholarly convention. In digital workflows, the most common value of the character is as a precise, standards-based way to represent and reference a specific cuneiform sign in transcriptions, catalogs, fonts, and educational materials. Itβs particularly useful when you need the exact character rather than a generic βcuneiformβ symbol.
What is the Unicode codepoint for π?
π has Unicode codepoint U+12015.
How can I copy π into HTML?
Use the HTML entity: 𒀕.
What is the symbolβs official Unicode name?
Its Unicode name is βCUNEIFORM SIGN AB GUNUβ.
Will π display correctly on all devices?
It depends on font support for that Unicode range; if your font lacks cuneiform coverage, it may not render as expected.