Cuneiform Sign Ish Character
๐ is the CUNEIFORM SIGN ISH character, encoded as U+12156.
U+12156
๐ (CUNEIFORM SIGN ISH) is a cuneiform Unicode character used for representing signs from cuneiform writing systems. If youโre designing text, creating labels, or formatting digital manuscripts, you may need the exact code point to render it correctly.
Cuneiform Sign Ish Character Meaning
๐ is identified in Unicode as the โCUNEIFORM SIGN ISHโ (U+12156). In practice, this character is used when you need to represent the specific cuneiform sign named โISHโ as part of a written sequence. Its meaning depends on the language, tablet tradition, and the signโs role within a particular word or context; Unicode encodes the sign itself rather than a single universal โtranslation.โ Use it to accurately mirror sign lists, transcription work, educational materials, and digital text that preserves cuneiform spelling or sign ordering.
Common uses
- โขCopy/paste cuneiform text for educational posts or study notes
- โขBuilding digital sign lists or transcription references using the exact character
- โขLabeling or annotating museum/exhibit visuals with cuneiform signs
- โขCreating typographic mockups or artwork that includes the ISH sign
- โขDeveloper use in Unicode text where U+12156 must be rendered reliably
Examples
๐ Cuneiform Sign Ish
- ๐ Add ๐ to a study card as the โISHโ sign.
- ๐ In a transcription line, place ๐ in the correct sign order.
- ๐ Use ๐ on a poster showing cuneiform sign variants.
- ๐ Include ๐ in an annotation near a photographed tablet area.
- ๐ Insert ๐ into a custom Unicode test string for font checking.
Variations
Technical codes
| Unicode | U+12156 | |
| HTML Entity | 𒅖 | |
| HTML Code | 𒅖 | |
| CSS | \12156 |
FAQ
What does the Cuneiform Sign Ish character mean?
๐ is identified in Unicode as the โCUNEIFORM SIGN ISHโ (U+12156). In practice, this character is used when you need to represent the specific cuneiform sign named โISHโ as part of a written sequence. Its meaning depends on the language, tablet tradition, and the signโs role within a particular word or context; Unicode encodes the sign itself rather than a single universal โtranslation.โ Use it to accurately mirror sign lists, transcription work, educational materials, and digital text that preserves cuneiform spelling or sign ordering.
What is the Unicode code point for ๐ ?
The character ๐ is U+12156 (named โCUNEIFORM SIGN ISHโ).
How can I copy ๐ into HTML?
You can paste the character directly, or use the provided HTML entity: 𒅖.
What is the CSS escape for ๐ ?
The CSS escape is \\12156.
Is ๐ the same as other cuneiform signs?
No. ๐ specifically corresponds to the Unicode character โCUNEIFORM SIGN ISHโ and should be used for that exact sign in a transcription.