Cuneiform Sign Lu2 Squared Character
π is the Unicode character βCUNEIFORM SIGN LU2 SQUAREDβ in the Cuneiform block.
U+12214
π (CUNEIFORM SIGN LU2 SQUARED) is a cuneiform sign used as a distinct Unicode character. Itβs useful for epigraphic notes, font testing, and digital replicas of ancient text. Copy it directly or use the provided escapes in HTML, CSS, and JavaScript.
Cuneiform Sign Lu2 Squared Character Meaning
π is a specific cuneiform sign identified in Unicode as βCUNEIFORM SIGN LU2 SQUAREDβ (U+12214). In practice, its βmeaningβ is typically tied to how scholars and cataloging systems treat this exact sign when transcribing or encoding cuneiform texts. When you use π in digital documents, youβre usually representing the same sign as defined by Unicode rather than a generic symbol. For interpretation in a particular language or inscription, you generally need a transcription context (sign list, tablet edition, or transliteration convention).
Common uses
- β’Transcribing cuneiform text in digital manuscripts or research notes
- β’Creating labeled mockups for epigraphy or museum display content
- β’Building character pickers or browsing tools for the Unicode cuneiform block
- β’Testing fonts and rendering support for U+12214 across devices
- β’Using the symbol in web projects via copy/paste or code-point escapes
Examples
π Cuneiform Sign LU2 Squared
- πLU2 squared appears as π in the sign list.
- πI added π to the transcription to keep the encoding exact.
- πCharacter check: does your font render π correctly?
- πFor the dataset, store the symbol exactly as π.
- πThe entry for U+12214 corresponds to π.
Variations
Technical codes
| Unicode | U+12214 | |
| HTML Entity | 𒈔 | |
| HTML Code | 𒈔 | |
| CSS | \12214 |
FAQ
What does the Cuneiform Sign Lu2 Squared character mean?
π is a specific cuneiform sign identified in Unicode as βCUNEIFORM SIGN LU2 SQUAREDβ (U+12214). In practice, its βmeaningβ is typically tied to how scholars and cataloging systems treat this exact sign when transcribing or encoding cuneiform texts. When you use π in digital documents, youβre usually representing the same sign as defined by Unicode rather than a generic symbol. For interpretation in a particular language or inscription, you generally need a transcription context (sign list, tablet edition, or transliteration convention).
What Unicode character is π?
π is βCUNEIFORM SIGN LU2 SQUAREDβ with code point U+12214.
How can I copy π into HTML?
Use the HTML entity: 𒈔.
How do I include π in CSS?
Use the CSS escape: \\12214.
How do I include π in JavaScript?
Use the JavaScript escape form: \\u{12214}.