Cuneiform Sign Ra Character
π is the Cuneiform Sign RA (Unicode U+1228F), used when working with cuneiform texts and scholarly references.
U+1228F
π represents the cuneiform sign known as RA. Itβs a single Unicode character with the code point U+1228F. Use it in fonts, digital editions, and documents that reference cuneiform writing.
Cuneiform Sign Ra Character Meaning
π is the CUNEIFORM SIGN RA, a specific cuneiform character encoded in Unicode as U+1228F. As with many cuneiform signs, its value is tied to the signβs reading in scholarly transliteration conventions rather than functioning like a modern alphabet letter. When you include it in text, youβre typically indicating a particular sign used in cuneiform spelling or transcription. For accurate results, ensure your font supports this code point and that your surrounding text follows the same transliteration or editorial conventions used in your source material.
Common uses
- β’Adding a cuneiform character to a digital transliteration or edition
- β’Labeling artifacts or references in educational or museum content
- β’Writing captions or notes for scholarly posts about cuneiform writing
- β’Using the character in typography tests for Unicode cuneiform support
- β’Including the sign in research databases, glossaries, or indexing fields
Examples
π Cuneiform Sign RA
- ππ in a transliteration line for a cuneiform tablet
- πGlossary entry: π (Cuneiform Sign RA)
- πMuseum exhibit caption featuring π
- πTypography test string: πππ
- πEditorial note referencing the presence of π in the manuscript
Variations
Technical codes
| Unicode | U+1228F | |
| HTML Entity | 𒊏 | |
| HTML Code | 𒊏 | |
| CSS | \1228F | |
| Decimal | 74383 |
How to type Cuneiform Sign Ra Character (π)
On Windows
In Word, type 1228F 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 1228f, 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 Ra character mean?
π is the CUNEIFORM SIGN RA, a specific cuneiform character encoded in Unicode as U+1228F. As with many cuneiform signs, its value is tied to the signβs reading in scholarly transliteration conventions rather than functioning like a modern alphabet letter. When you include it in text, youβre typically indicating a particular sign used in cuneiform spelling or transcription. For accurate results, ensure your font supports this code point and that your surrounding text follows the same transliteration or editorial conventions used in your source material.
What is the Unicode code point for π?
π is U+1228F (Unicode name: CUNEIFORM SIGN RA).
How can I copy π for use in HTML?
You can copy it directly as π or use the HTML entity 𒊏.
What CSS escape should I use for π?
Use the CSS escape \\1228F.
Will π always display correctly on every device?
Not necessarilyβyour system needs a font that supports U+1228F. If it doesnβt, you may see a missing-glyph box.