Cuneiform Sign Sa Character
π is the Unicode character CUNEIFORM SIGN SA (U+12293) used in cuneiform text transcription.
U+12293
π is a Unicode cuneiform character identified as CUNEIFORM SIGN SA. Itβs commonly used when transcribing cuneiform writing in digital text. Use the provided codes to copy, style, or programmatically insert the character.
Cuneiform Sign Sa Character Meaning
π (Unicode U+12293), named CUNEIFORM SIGN SA, is a single cuneiform writing sign represented in Unicode. In practice, its βmeaningβ depends on the specific cuneiform document and transliteration system being used in your source text. As a result, itβs most often handled as a sign in scholarly transcription, reference materials, and typography. Digital creators typically focus on accurate encoding (so the glyph displays correctly across platforms) and consistent usage within a larger transliteration string. When publishing, it helps to match the same sign codepoint and context as your source.
Common uses
- β’Copying the exact cuneiform sign into scholarly notes or drafts
- β’Including π in transliteration strings for digital humanities projects
- β’Using the character in educational materials about cuneiform writing
- β’Labelling or indexing items in sign lists and catalog-style documents
- β’Programmatically inserting the character in apps or templates using escape codes
Examples
π CUNEIFORM SIGN SA
- πTransliteration example: π π« π
- πIn the sign list, the entry for π is placed under U+12293.
- πType π when matching your source transcription.
- πI used π in the header of the worksheet.
- πThe dataset includes records containing π for sign-level analysis.
Variations
Technical codes
| Unicode | U+12293 | |
| HTML Entity | 𒊓 | |
| HTML Code | 𒊓 | |
| CSS | \12293 |
FAQ
What does the Cuneiform Sign Sa character mean?
π (Unicode U+12293), named CUNEIFORM SIGN SA, is a single cuneiform writing sign represented in Unicode. In practice, its βmeaningβ depends on the specific cuneiform document and transliteration system being used in your source text. As a result, itβs most often handled as a sign in scholarly transcription, reference materials, and typography. Digital creators typically focus on accurate encoding (so the glyph displays correctly across platforms) and consistent usage within a larger transliteration string. When publishing, it helps to match the same sign codepoint and context as your source.
How do I copy π (CUNEIFORM SIGN SA) correctly?
Copy the character directly (π) from this page, or paste the HTML entity (𒊓) if youβre working in web text.
What is the Unicode code point for π?
The Unicode code point is U+12293.
Which escape codes can I use in code?
HTML: 𒊓 CSS: \\12293; JavaScript: \\u{12293}.
Does the sign π always have the same meaning?
In transliteration, the specific βmeaningβ depends on the source text and the transcription system. The character itself is the sign labeled CUNEIFORM SIGN SA.