Cuneiform Sign Bi Times Gar Character
π is the cuneiform βBI TIMES GARβ sign, encoded at U+1204B.
U+1204B
π is a cuneiform character named βCUNEIFORM SIGN BI TIMES GARβ in Unicode. Itβs useful when you need precise text rendering for cuneiform-related materials. Below youβll find copy options and practical ways to use it in your work.
Cuneiform Sign Bi Times Gar Character Meaning
π is a cuneiform sign with the Unicode name βCUNEIFORM SIGN BI TIMES GARβ (code point U+1204B). In cuneiform writing, sign names like this identify a specific wedge-figure used in scholarly transliteration and digital encoding. The βbiβ and βtimes garβ wording reflects how reference works distinguish the sign from related forms. For most modern users, the key value is consistent typography: using the exact Unicode character ensures your text matches other sources, fonts, and datasets that encode cuneiform characters by code point.
Common uses
- β’Copy/paste for digital editions of cuneiform inscriptions or studies
- β’Labeling or tagging in humanities datasets using Unicode-accurate characters
- β’Designing educational materials that reference specific cuneiform signs
- β’Creating typographic mockups or mock texts for font and encoding testing
- β’Transliteration annotation in articles, posts, and documentation
Examples
π Cuneiform Sign BI TIMES GAR
- ππ
- πThe sign π corresponds to U+1204B in Unicode.
- πIn the tablet list, entry 12 uses π as the BI-times-GAR sign.
- πType π into your document to preserve the exact character.
- πGlyph check: π should render as the CUNEIFORM SIGN BI TIMES GAR.
Variations
Technical codes
| Unicode | U+1204B | |
| HTML Entity | 𒁋 | |
| HTML Code | 𒁋 | |
| CSS | \1204B | |
| Decimal | 73803 |
How to type Cuneiform Sign Bi Times Gar Character (π)
On Windows
In Word, type 1204B 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 1204b, 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 encoded as U+1204B.
How do I copy π into my text editor?
Copy the character from this page (π). For code-based workflows, you can also use its escapes such as \\u{1204B} or \\1204B.
Will π display correctly in every font?
Cuneiform support depends on the font and rendering system. If it doesnβt show as expected, try a font that includes the cuneiform block.
What does the name βBI TIMES GARβ refer to?
It is part of the formal Unicode name βCUNEIFORM SIGN BI TIMES GARβ, used to identify this exact cuneiform sign in reference and digital encoding.