Cuneiform Sign Sal Character
π© (Cuneiform Sign SAL, U+122A9) is a cuneiform character used in written representations of ancient texts.
U+122A9
π© is known in Unicode as the cuneiform sign SAL (U+122A9). This page helps you copy the character and use it safely in plain text and code. Youβll also find common usage ideas and quick escape formats.
Cuneiform Sign Sal Character Meaning
π© is the Unicode character for the βCUNEIFORM SIGN SALβ (U+122A9). As with many cuneiform signs, its interpretation depends on the specific tablet, language (commonly Akkadian/Sumerian contexts), and how the sign functions within a word or name. In practice, people encounter π© when transcribing cuneiform, labeling or tagging scholarly references, or composing text that preserves the original script shape rather than translating meaning. For accurate interpretation, pair the character with its source transcription or cataloging context (sign lists and line-based readings).
Common uses
- β’Copying and pasting cuneiform into digital transcriptions and study notes
- β’Typing sign labels in museum, archive, or classroom materials
- β’Using the character in Unicode text for web and app UI where cuneiform is needed
- β’Referencing specific sign readings in scholarly writing or citation drafts
- β’Creating consistent tags/keywords for cuneiform datasets and file naming
Examples
π© Cuneiform Sign SAL
- π©The sign SAL is written as π© in this transcription.
- π©Catalog entry includes π© as the relevant cuneiform sign.
- π©I used π© in my notes to match the tablet layout.
- π©In the dataset, SAL appears as π© in the encoded column.
- π©The word includes the sign π© at the start.
Variations
Technical codes
| Unicode | U+122A9 | |
| HTML Entity | 𒊩 | |
| HTML Code | 𒊩 | |
| CSS | \122A9 |
FAQ
What does the Cuneiform Sign Sal character mean?
π© is the Unicode character for the βCUNEIFORM SIGN SALβ (U+122A9). As with many cuneiform signs, its interpretation depends on the specific tablet, language (commonly Akkadian/Sumerian contexts), and how the sign functions within a word or name. In practice, people encounter π© when transcribing cuneiform, labeling or tagging scholarly references, or composing text that preserves the original script shape rather than translating meaning. For accurate interpretation, pair the character with its source transcription or cataloging context (sign lists and line-based readings).
What is the Unicode code point for π©?
π© corresponds to U+122A9.
How do I copy π© into my text editor?
Copy the character directly from this page (the glyph π©) and paste it into your editor or browser.
Whatβs the HTML entity for π©?
The HTML entity is 𒊩.
Can I include π© using JavaScript?
Yes. Use the JavaScript escape \\u{122A9} to represent the character.