Cuneiform Sign U2 Character
๐ is the Cuneiform Sign U2 character used to represent a specific cuneiform sign in Unicode.
U+12311
๐ is a cuneiform character identified in Unicode as โCUNEIFORM SIGN U2.โ Itโs commonly used when you need to include this exact sign in digital text. Use the provided escapes and copy variations to insert it reliably across platforms.
Cuneiform Sign U2 Character Meaning
๐ is โCUNEIFORM SIGN U2โ in the Unicode Cuneiform block (code point U+12311). As a cuneiform sign, it functions primarily as a specific written symbol within cuneiform text conventions encoded in Unicode. Its exact linguistic value depends on the source text and context where the sign appears. When you are building digital manuscripts, cataloging symbols, or typesetting cuneiform in a font or document, the main purpose of this character is to represent this particular sign consistently and unambiguously using its Unicode identity.
Common uses
- โขAdding the exact cuneiform sign to a Unicode text for study notes or transcription
- โขTyping or previewing cuneiform characters in web or app content (when supported by the userโs fonts)
- โขCreating educational materials that include specific cuneiform sign labels
- โขUsing the character in digital epigraphy projects, archives, or symbol glossaries
- โขDesigning typography samples or poster content that demonstrates cuneiform script
Examples
๐ Cuneiform Sign U2
- ๐๐ appears in the transcription as the sign U2.
- ๐This glossary entry: ๐ (CUNEIFORM SIGN U2).
- ๐In the table below, U+12311 corresponds to ๐.
- ๐Use ๐ when rendering the U2 cuneiform sign in Unicode.
- ๐The dataset includes the character ๐ for comparison.
Variations
Technical codes
| Unicode | U+12311 | |
| HTML Entity | 𒌑 | |
| HTML Code | 𒌑 | |
| CSS | \12311 | |
| Decimal | 74513 |
How to type Cuneiform Sign U2 Character (๐)
On Windows
In Word, type 12311 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 12311, then press Enter or Space.
Anywhere
Copy ๐ with the button above and paste it wherever you need it โ this works on every device and in every app, with no keyboard shortcut to remember.
FAQ
What does the Cuneiform Sign U2 character mean?
๐ is โCUNEIFORM SIGN U2โ in the Unicode Cuneiform block (code point U+12311). As a cuneiform sign, it functions primarily as a specific written symbol within cuneiform text conventions encoded in Unicode. Its exact linguistic value depends on the source text and context where the sign appears. When you are building digital manuscripts, cataloging symbols, or typesetting cuneiform in a font or document, the main purpose of this character is to represent this particular sign consistently and unambiguously using its Unicode identity.
What is the Unicode name of ๐?
The Unicode name is โCUNEIFORM SIGN U2.โ
What is the code point for ๐?
The code point is U+12311.
How can I copy ๐ in HTML?
Use the HTML entity 𒌑.
How do I reference ๐ in JavaScript?
Use the escape form \\u{12311}.