Linear B Syllable B051 Du Character
π is a Linear B syllable sign (B051 DU) encoded in Unicode as U+10009.
U+10009
π is a single Unicode character from the Linear B block. Itβs commonly used when typesetting or referencing Linear B syllabic texts and datasets.
Linear B Syllable B051 Du Character Meaning
π (Unicode U+10009) is named βLINEAR B SYLLABLE B051 DU.β As a Linear B syllable sign, it represents a syllabic unit in the Linear B writing system (historically associated with Mycenaean Greek). In practice, this character is used for encoding and displaying scholarly transliterations, catalog entries, and digital corpora that treat Linear B signs as individual characters. It can also appear in educational materials or typography experiments where specific sign IDs (like βB051β) matter for accuracy. When sharing text, ensure the receiving device has a font that supports the Linear B block.
Common uses
- β’Copying into scholarly notes or digital documents that reference Linear B sign IDs
- β’Typing Linear B transliterations in blogs, forums, or wiki pages
- β’Using in web or app content where Unicode U+10009 must be preserved
- β’Labeling characters in educational charts, worksheets, or posters
- β’Rendering sign listings from datasets or OCR/transcription workflows
Examples
π Linear B B051 DU
- πLinear B sign: π (B051 DU).
- πIn this table, row B051 shows π as the DU syllable.
- πPlease verify the character code: U+10009 β π.
- πThe transcription includes π near the middle of the line.
- πExported text keeps the exact sign π without substitutions.
Variations
Technical codes
| Unicode | U+10009 | |
| HTML Entity | 𐀉 | |
| HTML Code | 𐀉 | |
| CSS | \10009 |
FAQ
What does the Linear B Syllable B051 Du character mean?
π (Unicode U+10009) is named βLINEAR B SYLLABLE B051 DU.β As a Linear B syllable sign, it represents a syllabic unit in the Linear B writing system (historically associated with Mycenaean Greek). In practice, this character is used for encoding and displaying scholarly transliterations, catalog entries, and digital corpora that treat Linear B signs as individual characters. It can also appear in educational materials or typography experiments where specific sign IDs (like βB051β) matter for accuracy. When sharing text, ensure the receiving device has a font that supports the Linear B block.
What is the Unicode code point for π?
π is U+10009 (HTML: 𐀉).
How can I copy π in HTML?
Use the HTML entity: 𐀉 (or the hex form 𐀉).
How do I include π in JavaScript?
Use the Unicode escape: \\u{10009}.
Why does π sometimes show up as a blank box?
Your font or browser may not support the Linear B block. Try a Unicode font with Linear B glyph coverage.