U+12158 "𒅘" Cuneiform Sign Ka Times A Unicode Character

U+12158 "𒅘" Cuneiform Sign Ka Times A is a specific grapheme within the Sumero-Akkadian cuneiform script, representing a compound sign formed by superimposing the sign for "KA" (mouth/speech) with the sign for "A" (water). In textual contexts, this ligature typically conveys a phonetic value associated with the sound "kà" or "ka₄" and is often used in writing words related to concepts such as speech, voice, or calling, depending on its linguistic environment. Its inclusion in the Unicode Standard under the Cuneiform block ensures digital preservation and enables modern scholars to accurately encode ancient Mesopotamian inscriptions, facilitating research into the languages and literature of that civilization.