Cuneiform Sign Bulug Over Bulug Character
๐ (U+12052) is the cuneiform sign โBulug Over Bulugโ used in writing, annotation, and digital typography.
U+12052
๐ is a cuneiform character identified as the sign โBULUG OVER BULUGโ in Unicode. Itโs commonly used by people working with cuneiform texts, labels, and typographic reference sets.
Cuneiform Sign Bulug Over Bulug Character Meaning
Unicode names this character as โCUNEIFORM SIGN BULUG OVER BULUGโ with code point U+12052. In practice, the โoverโ structure in the name indicates a stacked or combined sign form, which can matter for accurately transcribing cuneiform inscriptions or reproducing sign lists. When youโre cataloging signs, adding notes to scholarly or educational materials, or assembling font specimen lists, the most important aspect is using the correct character rather than a visually similar one. For digital work, copying the exact symbol ensures consistent rendering across browsers and design tools that support the Cuneiform block.
Common uses
- โขCopying and pasting the exact cuneiform sign into study notes or sign glossaries
- โขAdding accurate sign labels in digital editions or annotated images
- โขUsing it in typography references and Unicode/Cuneiform font testing
- โขCreating educational materials or worksheets that display sign forms
- โขIndexing or searching within cuneiform sign lists stored digitally
Examples
๐ Cuneiform Sign Bulug Over Bulug
- ๐U+12052 ๐ (BULUG OVER BULUG)
- ๐Sign list: ๐ โ Bulug over Bulug
- ๐In the tablet text, see ๐ for the stacked sign form.
- ๐Example label: ๐
- ๐Unicode character: ๐
Variations
Technical codes
| Unicode | U+12052 | |
| HTML Entity | 𒁒 | |
| HTML Code | 𒁒 | |
| CSS | \12052 |
FAQ
What does the Cuneiform Sign Bulug Over Bulug character mean?
Unicode names this character as โCUNEIFORM SIGN BULUG OVER BULUGโ with code point U+12052. In practice, the โoverโ structure in the name indicates a stacked or combined sign form, which can matter for accurately transcribing cuneiform inscriptions or reproducing sign lists. When youโre cataloging signs, adding notes to scholarly or educational materials, or assembling font specimen lists, the most important aspect is using the correct character rather than a visually similar one. For digital work, copying the exact symbol ensures consistent rendering across browsers and design tools that support the Cuneiform block.
What is the Unicode code point for ๐?
The symbol ๐ is U+12052.
How can I copy ๐ correctly in a web or design tool?
Copy the character directly as โ๐โ. If you need an escape form, use the CSS escape \\\\12052 or the JavaScript escape \\\\u{12052}.
Where does the name โBulug Over Bulugโ come from?
It is the Unicode character name: โCUNEIFORM SIGN BULUG OVER BULUGโ for U+12052.
Why does the exact character matter for cuneiform?
Cuneiform sign forms can be structurally specific; using the exact Unicode character helps ensure consistent transcription and correct rendering in supported fonts.