Cuneiform Sign Tir Character
π is the Cuneiform Sign TIR character (U+12301) used in cuneiform text representations.
U+12301
π is a cuneiform character named βCUNEIFORM SIGN TIRβ with the Unicode code point U+12301. You can copy it directly or use the provided HTML and programming escapes when building fonts, webpages, or documents.
Cuneiform Sign Tir Character Meaning
π (U+12301) is Unicodeβs βCUNEIFORM SIGN TIR,β a cuneiform sign used to represent a specific sign value in written cuneiform texts and transcriptions. In practice, its meaning depends on the scholarly transcription system and the context of the surrounding signs, as cuneiform signs can function as logograms, syllables, or phonetic values depending on the language and usage. When you use this character in digital work, the main goal is accurate sign encodingβso other readers and tools can interpret and display the intended cuneiform sign reliably.
Common uses
- β’Adding a specific cuneiform sign to academic notes or study materials
- β’Using the character in digital epigraphy transcriptions and labeled figures
- β’Displaying cuneiform text in webpages, documentation, or UI prototypes
- β’Encoding the sign in design mockups and typography samples that include cuneiform
- β’Including the character in social posts or presentations about cuneiform writing
Examples
π Cuneiform Sign TIR (U+12301)
- ππ appears in the transcription near the sign cluster.
- πIn this line, π follows the previous cuneiform sign.
- πThe label for the tablet fragment uses π for clarity.
- πI used π to match the Unicode-encoded sign list.
- πThe word is represented with π in this diagram.
Variations
Technical codes
| Unicode | U+12301 | |
| HTML Entity | 𒌁 | |
| HTML Code | 𒌁 | |
| CSS | \12301 | |
| Decimal | 74497 |
How to type Cuneiform Sign Tir Character (π)
On Windows
In Word, type 12301 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 12301, 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 Tir character mean?
π (U+12301) is Unicodeβs βCUNEIFORM SIGN TIR,β a cuneiform sign used to represent a specific sign value in written cuneiform texts and transcriptions. In practice, its meaning depends on the scholarly transcription system and the context of the surrounding signs, as cuneiform signs can function as logograms, syllables, or phonetic values depending on the language and usage. When you use this character in digital work, the main goal is accurate sign encodingβso other readers and tools can interpret and display the intended cuneiform sign reliably.
What is the Unicode code point for π?
π is U+12301.
How do I copy π into HTML?
You can use the HTML entity 𒌁.
What CSS or programming escapes can I use for this character?
CSS escape: \\12301. JavaScript (Unicode escape): \\u{12301}.
Does π have a single fixed meaning on its own?
Its exact value depends on the transcription system and language context, but it is specifically identified in Unicode as CUNEIFORM SIGN TIR.