Cuneiform Sign Ka Times Tu Character
π is the cuneiform sign βKA times TUβ (U+12386), available for Unicode text and developer use.
U+12386
π is a cuneiform character identified in Unicode as βCUNEIFORM SIGN KA TIMES TU.β Itβs useful when you need accurate, standardized text for cuneiform studies, fonts, or design mockups. Below are practical copy and developer-friendly escape options.
Cuneiform Sign Ka Times Tu Character Meaning
π (Unicode U+12386) is named βCUNEIFORM SIGN KA TIMES TU.β In Unicode, the name indicates a composite cuneiform sign associated with the elements βKAβ and βTU.β Because cuneiform inscriptions and sign values can vary by source, tradition, and context, itβs best to rely on the specific text youβre modeling or the transcription standard youβre using. For everyday use, treat it as a precise single Unicode character you can insert, search for, and render via compatible fonts. When writing, note that its appearance depends on the font and shaping support available in your environment.
Common uses
- β’Adding a specific cuneiform character to a digital transcription or catalog entry
- β’Designing typography samples or posters featuring cuneiform characters
- β’Writing academic or hobby content where exact Unicode characters matter
- β’Building search/filter tools for Unicode text that includes cuneiform signs
- β’Including the character in UI mockups for multilingual/Unicode coverage testing
Examples
π Cuneiform Sign KA Times TU
- ππ appears as U+12386 in Unicode text.
- πIn my mockup, π is set in a cuneiform-capable font.
- πCopy π and paste it into your document to preserve the character.
- πThe character name for this sign is βCUNEIFORM SIGN KA TIMES TU.β
- πI used CSS escape \\12386 for π in a prototype.
Variations
Technical codes
| Unicode | U+12386 | |
| HTML Entity | 𒎆 | |
| HTML Code | 𒎆 | |
| CSS | \12386 |
FAQ
What does the Cuneiform Sign Ka Times Tu character mean?
π (Unicode U+12386) is named βCUNEIFORM SIGN KA TIMES TU.β In Unicode, the name indicates a composite cuneiform sign associated with the elements βKAβ and βTU.β Because cuneiform inscriptions and sign values can vary by source, tradition, and context, itβs best to rely on the specific text youβre modeling or the transcription standard youβre using. For everyday use, treat it as a precise single Unicode character you can insert, search for, and render via compatible fonts. When writing, note that its appearance depends on the font and shaping support available in your environment.
What is the Unicode code point for π?
π is U+12386 (Unicode name: CUNEIFORM SIGN KA TIMES TU).
How can I copy π for use in HTML?
You can use the HTML entity 𒎆 or paste the character directly if your font supports it.
What CSS or JavaScript escapes work for π?
CSS escape: \\12386. JavaScript escape: \\u{12386}.
Why does π look different on different devices?
The rendering depends on whether the available font supports the character and how that environment handles cuneiform glyph shaping.