Cuneiform Sign Ka Times Erin2 Character
π is the cuneiform sign KA TIMES ERIN2, Unicode U+12160.
U+12160
π (U+12160) is a cuneiform sign used in Unicode under the name KA TIMES ERIN2. This page helps you copy the character reliably and find common ways itβs used in digital text, design, and research workflows.
Cuneiform Sign Ka Times Erin2 Character Meaning
π is Unicode character U+12160, named βCUNEIFORM SIGN KA TIMES ERIN2β and classified as a Cuneiform sign. In writing systems and scholarly transcriptions, cuneiform sign names like this are used to identify specific graphemes and their conventional readings. Because cuneiform signs can appear in context-specific spellings, the practical βmeaningβ is best understood as a reference to the exact sign rather than a single universal word or symbol. When using it in digital documents, the most important aspect is using the correct character (U+12160) so it renders consistently and matches the intended sign in transliteration work.
Common uses
- β’Copying the exact Unicode cuneiform character into research notes or transliteration text
- β’Typography and layout work for cuneiform inscriptions in books, presentations, or web pages
- β’Creating labeled glyph sets or reference charts for ancient writing studies
- β’Social and educational posts that include accurate cuneiform character examples
- β’Developer use in HTML/CSS/JavaScript with the provided numeric escapes
Examples
π Cuneiform Sign KA TIMES ERIN2
- π π appears in the same line as neighboring signs.
- π Unicode U+12160 corresponds to π in this font.
- π In our chart, π is labeled as KA TIMES ERIN2.
- π I added π to the inscription preview for comparison.
- π The transliteration uses the exact glyph π to avoid ambiguity.
Variations
Technical codes
| Unicode | U+12160 | |
| HTML Entity | 𒅠 | |
| HTML Code | 𒅠 | |
| CSS | \12160 | |
| Decimal | 74080 |
How to type Cuneiform Sign Ka Times Erin2 Character (π )
On Windows
In Word, type 12160 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 12160, 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 Times Erin2 character mean?
π is Unicode character U+12160, named βCUNEIFORM SIGN KA TIMES ERIN2β and classified as a Cuneiform sign. In writing systems and scholarly transcriptions, cuneiform sign names like this are used to identify specific graphemes and their conventional readings. Because cuneiform signs can appear in context-specific spellings, the practical βmeaningβ is best understood as a reference to the exact sign rather than a single universal word or symbol. When using it in digital documents, the most important aspect is using the correct character (U+12160) so it renders consistently and matches the intended sign in transliteration work.
What is the Unicode code point for π ?
π is Unicode U+12160.
How can I copy π reliably for HTML?
You can use the HTML entity: 𒅠.
What CSS escape can I use for π ?
Use the CSS escape \\12160.
Can I use π in JavaScript strings?
Yes. The JavaScript escape is \\u{12160}.