Cuneiform Sign Ab2 Character
π is the Unicode character for CUNEIFORM SIGN AB2, used for cuneiform text transcription and typography.
U+12016
π is a Unicode cuneiform character named CUNEIFORM SIGN AB2. Itβs commonly used when you need to type or design with the exact sign, not a similar-looking character. Use the copy options below for fast insertion in documents and code.
Cuneiform Sign Ab2 Character Meaning
π belongs to the Cuneiform writing system and is specifically identified in Unicode as βCUNEIFORM SIGN AB2β (code point U+12016). As with many cuneiform signs, the βmeaningβ in a writing system depends on the surrounding signs and the scholarly transliteration convention youβre using. Practically, this character is most valuable for accurate transcription, digital epigraphy, and layoutβso readers and researchers can see the exact sign that appears in the original text. If youβre building cuneiform text strings, using the correct Unicode code point helps avoid substitution with similar symbols.
Common uses
- β’Typing cuneiform text for academic notes and drafts using Unicode
- β’Building digital epigraphy content where the exact sign must match the source
- β’Designing posters, charts, or educational materials that include cuneiform signs
- β’Programming or templating cuneiform strings using the provided Unicode escapes
- β’Publishing social or blog content that needs a specific cuneiform character
Examples
π Cuneiform Sign AB2
- πU+12016: π
- πHere is CUNEIFORM SIGN AB2: π
- πTransliteration example includes π as written in the source.
- πTypographic test: insert π into your layout.
- πCode point reference for π is U+12016.
Variations
Technical codes
| Unicode | U+12016 | |
| HTML Entity | 𒀖 | |
| HTML Code | 𒀖 | |
| CSS | \12016 |
FAQ
What does the Cuneiform Sign Ab2 character mean?
π belongs to the Cuneiform writing system and is specifically identified in Unicode as βCUNEIFORM SIGN AB2β (code point U+12016). As with many cuneiform signs, the βmeaningβ in a writing system depends on the surrounding signs and the scholarly transliteration convention youβre using. Practically, this character is most valuable for accurate transcription, digital epigraphy, and layoutβso readers and researchers can see the exact sign that appears in the original text. If youβre building cuneiform text strings, using the correct Unicode code point helps avoid substitution with similar symbols.
What is the Unicode character for π?
π is named CUNEIFORM SIGN AB2 and has Unicode code point U+12016.
How can I copy π into HTML?
You can use the HTML entity: 𒀖.
What CSS escape can I use to insert π?
Use the CSS escape: \\12016.
How do I include π in JavaScript strings?
Use the JavaScript escape: \\u{12016}.