Cuneiform Sign Pi Times Bu Character
π is the cuneiform sign named βCUNEIFORM SIGN PI TIMES BUβ (U+12283).
U+12283
π is a cuneiform character from the Unicode block for cuneiform. This page helps you copy it reliably and use it in text, documents, and digital designs. Itβs identified in Unicode as βCUNEIFORM SIGN PI TIMES BUβ.
Cuneiform Sign Pi Times Bu Character Meaning
π (Unicode U+12283) is a cuneiform character whose Unicode name is βCUNEIFORM SIGN PI TIMES BUβ. The name indicates it is treated as a sign composed or described with elements βPIβ and βBUβ in the Unicode standard. In practice, people use this character when working with cuneiform text data, reference materials, or digital representations of transliteration systems. Because cuneiform signs can encode specific phonetic or lexical values depending on the source text and transcription conventions, the most accurate interpretation comes from the specific corpus or transliteration youβre referencing.
Common uses
- β’Copying and pasting cuneiform characters in Unicode text for research or study
- β’Labeling or annotating cuneiform-related diagrams, charts, and educational materials
- β’Using in digital epigraphy projects that preserve sign-level detail
- β’Including in web or document typography for language and writing system mockups
- β’Creating reference lists or character lookup content for cuneiform encoding
Examples
π Cuneiform Sign PI TIMES BU
- ππ is used as a single cuneiform sign in the transcription.
- πI need to match the exact Unicode character: π (U+12283).
- πHer dataset lists π under cuneiform sign PI times BU.
- πAdd π to the heading to denote the signβs identifier.
- πThe font must support π so the character displays correctly.
Variations
Technical codes
| Unicode | U+12283 | |
| HTML Entity | 𒊃 | |
| HTML Code | 𒊃 | |
| CSS | \12283 |
FAQ
What does the Cuneiform Sign Pi Times Bu character mean?
π (Unicode U+12283) is a cuneiform character whose Unicode name is βCUNEIFORM SIGN PI TIMES BUβ. The name indicates it is treated as a sign composed or described with elements βPIβ and βBUβ in the Unicode standard. In practice, people use this character when working with cuneiform text data, reference materials, or digital representations of transliteration systems. Because cuneiform signs can encode specific phonetic or lexical values depending on the source text and transcription conventions, the most accurate interpretation comes from the specific corpus or transliteration youβre referencing.
What is the Unicode code point for π?
π is U+12283.
What is the official Unicode name of this symbol?
The Unicode name is βCUNEIFORM SIGN PI TIMES BUβ.
How can I copy π reliably in HTML?
Use the HTML entity: 𒊃.
Will π display on all devices?
It depends on whether the current font supports cuneiform characters. If it doesnβt, you may see a blank box or replacement glyph.