Cuneiform Sign Dag Character
π is the cuneiform sign DAG (Unicode U+12056), useful for epigraphy notes and typography experiments.
U+12056
π is a single Unicode cuneiform character. If you need to label or typeset cuneiform text, you can copy it directly or use the provided escapes for reliable digital rendering.
Cuneiform Sign Dag Character Meaning
π is named βCUNEIFORM SIGN DAGβ in Unicode, with the codepoint U+12056. Like many cuneiform characters, its value is tied to traditional scribal usage and specific sign inventories in cuneiform texts. In modern digital contexts, people most often use the sign as a character in Unicode-compliant fonts, for studying or comparing sign forms, or for adding brief labels in reference notes and manuscripts. Because cuneiform meaning can depend on the surrounding text and the transcription system used, itβs best to treat the character as a faithful symbol with context-specific interpretation in your source material.
Common uses
- β’Copy/paste for cuneiform sign labels in study notes and glossaries
- β’Typography and layout tests involving Unicode Cuneiform characters
- β’Creating digital editions or references where sign-level notation is needed
- β’Social media posts or educational content about writing systems
- β’Developer use as a Unicode character in web or app text rendering
Examples
π Cuneiform Sign DAG
- πCuneiform sign: π (U+12056)
- πIn the sign list, DAG is written as π.
- πUnicode cuneiform example: π.
- πTranscription note: use π for the DAG sign.
- πFont check: does your system render π correctly?
Variations
Technical codes
| Unicode | U+12056 | |
| HTML Entity | 𒁖 | |
| HTML Code | 𒁖 | |
| CSS | \12056 | |
| Decimal | 73814 |
How to type Cuneiform Sign Dag Character (π)
On Windows
In Word, type 12056 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 12056, 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 Dag character mean?
π is named βCUNEIFORM SIGN DAGβ in Unicode, with the codepoint U+12056. Like many cuneiform characters, its value is tied to traditional scribal usage and specific sign inventories in cuneiform texts. In modern digital contexts, people most often use the sign as a character in Unicode-compliant fonts, for studying or comparing sign forms, or for adding brief labels in reference notes and manuscripts. Because cuneiform meaning can depend on the surrounding text and the transcription system used, itβs best to treat the character as a faithful symbol with context-specific interpretation in your source material.
What is the Unicode codepoint for π?
π is U+12056.
How can I copy π reliably in HTML?
Use the HTML entity 𒁖 or copy the character directly into your content.
What CSS escape can I use for this character?
Use \\12056 in CSS.
How do I represent π in JavaScript?
Use \\u{12056} in JavaScript (Unicode code point escape).