Cuneiform Sign Shinig Character
π (U+122D2) is the Cuneiform Sign SHINIG used in Unicode cuneiform writing and transcription.
U+122D2
π is a cuneiform character encoded in Unicode as the βCUNEIFORM SIGN SHINIGβ (U+122D2). If youβre transcribing, designing, or referencing cuneiform text, you can copy and paste it directly or use its escapes in code.
Cuneiform Sign Shinig Character Meaning
π represents a specific wedge-based cuneiform sign in the Unicode character set, identified by its official Unicode name: βCUNEIFORM SIGN SHINIGβ (U+122D2). Like other cuneiform signs, itβs primarily used for accurate transcription and representation of cuneiform writing in digital form. Its exact linguistic value depends on the source text (tablet, transliteration system, and context), so for general digital use, treat it as a distinct sign that should be reproduced precisely when matching scholarly or documentation conventions.
Common uses
- β’Copying the exact cuneiform character into academic notes or digital transcriptions
- β’Including the sign in web content using Unicode (UTF-8) or numeric entity codes
- β’Typography and font testing for Unicode cuneiform support
- β’Creating labeled diagrams, charts, or reference sheets for cuneiform sign lists
- β’Referencing the sign in discussion posts, tags, or metadata where exact Unicode matters
Examples
π Cuneiform Sign SHINIG
- πTransliteration note: π
- πSign list entry: π β CUNEIFORM SIGN SHINIG
- πUse this exact character: π (U+122D2)
- πIn HTML: 𒋒 renders as π
- πIn code: console output shows π
Variations
Technical codes
| Unicode | U+122D2 | |
| HTML Entity | 𒋒 | |
| HTML Code | 𒋒 | |
| CSS | \122D2 |
FAQ
What does the Cuneiform Sign Shinig character mean?
π represents a specific wedge-based cuneiform sign in the Unicode character set, identified by its official Unicode name: βCUNEIFORM SIGN SHINIGβ (U+122D2). Like other cuneiform signs, itβs primarily used for accurate transcription and representation of cuneiform writing in digital form. Its exact linguistic value depends on the source text (tablet, transliteration system, and context), so for general digital use, treat it as a distinct sign that should be reproduced precisely when matching scholarly or documentation conventions.
What is the Unicode code point for π?
π is U+122D2, named βCUNEIFORM SIGN SHINIG.β
How can I copy π in HTML?
You can use the numeric entity: 𒋒.
How do I include π in JavaScript?
Use: \\u{122D2} (which produces π in supported JavaScript environments).
Why doesnβt π display on my device?
Some fonts donβt support this cuneiform character. Try a Unicode-capable font that includes U+122D2.