Cuneiform Sign Ka Character
π is the Unicode character for the cuneiform sign named CUNEIFORM SIGN KA (U+12157).
U+12157
π is a Unicode cuneiform character represented by U+12157. Use it when you need to type or publish the specific βCUNEIFORM SIGN KAβ sign in digital text.
Cuneiform Sign Ka Character Meaning
π (Unicode U+12157) is the cuneiform character officially named βCUNEIFORM SIGN KA.β In practice, cuneiform signs are used as graphemes that can represent sounds, syllables, or parts of written forms depending on the language and context. For everyday use, you can treat it as the distinct βKAβ cuneiform sign when youβre reproducing inscriptions, preparing typographic material, labeling manuscripts, or adding historically styled text to designs. Always ensure your font and rendering support the character, and verify appearance in your target app or browser.
Common uses
- β’Adding cuneiform βKAβ to digital replicas of tablets, inscriptions, or study notes
- β’Typography and design elements for museum-style displays or historical-themed posters
- β’Academic and educational content where a specific sign needs to be referenced by Unicode
- β’Naming or labeling in research databases, where consistent character encoding matters
- β’Social posts or creative writing that uses accurate Unicode cuneiform characters
Examples
π Cuneiform Sign KA
- π The sign π corresponds to βCUNEIFORM SIGN KAβ in Unicode.
- π You can paste π directly into your editor to reproduce the cuneiform sign.
- π In the manuscript, π appears as part of the written sequence.
- π For web content, use the HTML entity: 𒅗.
- π I typed π using the Unicode code point U+12157.
Variations
Technical codes
| Unicode | U+12157 | |
| HTML Entity | 𒅗 | |
| HTML Code | 𒅗 | |
| CSS | \12157 | |
| Decimal | 74071 |
How to type Cuneiform Sign Ka Character (π )
On Windows
In Word, type 12157 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 12157, 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 Ka character mean?
π (Unicode U+12157) is the cuneiform character officially named βCUNEIFORM SIGN KA.β In practice, cuneiform signs are used as graphemes that can represent sounds, syllables, or parts of written forms depending on the language and context. For everyday use, you can treat it as the distinct βKAβ cuneiform sign when youβre reproducing inscriptions, preparing typographic material, labeling manuscripts, or adding historically styled text to designs. Always ensure your font and rendering support the character, and verify appearance in your target app or browser.
What is the Unicode code point for π ?
π has the Unicode code point U+12157.
How do I type π in HTML?
Use the HTML entity: 𒅗
What CSS or JavaScript escapes can I use?
CSS escape: \\12157. JavaScript escape: \\u{12157}.
Why does π look like a box on my screen?
Your font or rendering engine may not support this character. Try a font with cuneiform/Unicode coverage and re-check in the target app or browser.