Cuneiform Sign Gish Tenu Character
๐ is the cuneiform sign โGish Tenuโ (U+12115) used in digital texts and reference materials.
U+12115
๐ is a cuneiform character identified as โCUNEIFORM SIGN GISH TENUโ in Unicode. This page helps you copy it reliably and use the correct escape forms in code and markup.
Cuneiform Sign Gish Tenu Character Meaning
๐ is a Unicode character representing the cuneiform sign named โGISH TENUโ (Unicode name: โCUNEIFORM SIGN GISH TENUโ, code point U+12115). In practice, users include it when working with cuneiform sign lists, catalog entries, academic or educational materials, and any digital transcription where specific sign identity matters. If you are composing text that includes multiple cuneiform signs, this character is best treated as a precise glyph tied to the U+12115 code pointโso copy/paste or the provided escapes are recommended to avoid using a visually similar but different sign.
Common uses
- โขCopy/paste into digital cuneiform sign lists or reference documents
- โขIncluding the exact sign in academic notes or transcription drafts
- โขDisplaying the character in web pages using HTML or Unicode escapes
- โขUsing in fonts/designs where cuneiform glyphs must be accurately referenced
- โขComposing posts or captions that reference specific cuneiform signs
Examples
๐ Cuneiform Sign Gish Tenu
- ๐The sign ๐ appears in this section of the tablet transcription.
- ๐Unicode U+12115 corresponds to ๐ (CUNEIFORM SIGN GISH TENU).
- ๐In our dataset, ๐ is stored by its code point rather than by image.
- ๐For the reading exercise, insert ๐ where the sign name says โGish Tenuโ.
- ๐The caption includes ๐ to identify the specific cuneiform sign.
Variations
Technical codes
| Unicode | U+12115 | |
| HTML Entity | 𒄕 | |
| HTML Code | 𒄕 | |
| CSS | \12115 | |
| Decimal | 74005 |
How to type Cuneiform Sign Gish Tenu Character (๐)
On Windows
In Word, type 12115 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 12115, then press Enter or Space.
Anywhere
Copy ๐ with the button above and paste it wherever you need it โ this works on every device and in every app, with no keyboard shortcut to remember.
FAQ
What does the Cuneiform Sign Gish Tenu character mean?
๐ is a Unicode character representing the cuneiform sign named โGISH TENUโ (Unicode name: โCUNEIFORM SIGN GISH TENUโ, code point U+12115). In practice, users include it when working with cuneiform sign lists, catalog entries, academic or educational materials, and any digital transcription where specific sign identity matters. If you are composing text that includes multiple cuneiform signs, this character is best treated as a precise glyph tied to the U+12115 code pointโso copy/paste or the provided escapes are recommended to avoid using a visually similar but different sign.
What is the Unicode code point for ๐?
๐ is U+12115 (Unicode name: โCUNEIFORM SIGN GISH TENUโ).
How can I copy ๐ reliably into HTML?
Use the HTML entity: 𒄕 or paste the character directly as ๐.
What escape do I use for ๐ in CSS?
Use the CSS escape: \\12115.
What escape do I use for ๐ in JavaScript?
Use the JavaScript code point escape: \\u{12115}.