Cuneiform Sign Pi Times Ab Character
π is the Cuneiform Sign PI Times AB character (Unicode U+12281) used in cuneiform text references.
U+12281
π is a cuneiform character identified by the Unicode name βCUNEIFORM SIGN PI TIMES ABβ. Itβs useful for typographic work, educational material, and digital mockups of cuneiform content. Below youβll find copy/paste codes and practical ways to use it.
Cuneiform Sign Pi Times Ab Character Meaning
π is a Cuneiform character with the Unicode name βCUNEIFORM SIGN PI TIMES ABβ (U+12281). Like many cuneiform signs, its value is tied to how the sign is referenced in scholarly catalogs and transliteration/epigraphic contexts. In practical digital use, itβs most often used to represent or label this specific sign when reproducing lists, discussing sign components, or formatting educational/archival text. When searching or building content, use its Unicode identity (U+12281) to avoid confusion with visually similar cuneiform characters.
Common uses
- β’Copy/paste for digital editions or study notes referencing this specific cuneiform sign
- β’Typography and layout tests for cuneiform-capable fonts and rendering checks
- β’Educational materials or worksheets that list Unicode cuneiform signs
- β’Cataloging and indexing: labeling a sign in a searchable database
- β’Social posts or blog graphics that feature Unicode cuneiform characters
Examples
π Cuneiform Sign PI Times AB
- πβCuneiform Sign PI Times AB (π)β in a glossary
- πUnicode reference: U+12281 = π for quick identification
- πA classroom slide showing the character π next to its Unicode name
- πDatabase entry: sign_name = βCUNEIFORM SIGN PI TIMES ABβ, symbol = π
- πTypography test line: π π π
Variations
Technical codes
| Unicode | U+12281 | |
| HTML Entity | 𒊁 | |
| HTML Code | 𒊁 | |
| CSS | \12281 | |
| Decimal | 74369 |
How to type Cuneiform Sign Pi Times Ab Character (π)
On Windows
In Word, type 12281 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 12281, 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 Pi Times Ab character mean?
π is a Cuneiform character with the Unicode name βCUNEIFORM SIGN PI TIMES ABβ (U+12281). Like many cuneiform signs, its value is tied to how the sign is referenced in scholarly catalogs and transliteration/epigraphic contexts. In practical digital use, itβs most often used to represent or label this specific sign when reproducing lists, discussing sign components, or formatting educational/archival text. When searching or building content, use its Unicode identity (U+12281) to avoid confusion with visually similar cuneiform characters.
What is the Unicode code point for π?
π is U+12281.
What is the HTML entity for π?
The HTML entity is 𒊁.
How do I type or escape π in JavaScript?
Use the JavaScript escape: \\u{12281}.
Does π have a single common meaning like a word?
Itβs a cuneiform sign identified by its Unicode name; its βmeaningβ is primarily tied to scholarly sign identification and usage in transliteration or epigraphic references.