At (cuneiform)

The cuneiform sign "At" is a polyvalent sign in the ancient Mesopotamian cuneiform script. It is used to represent various syllables and logograms, depending on the context.

Specifically, the sign can represent the syllable "at," the syllable "aṭ," the syllable "ád," and the Sumerogram (logogram) UG.

The specific nuance of the sign, and which reading is intended, is determined by its position within a word or phrase, the surrounding signs, and the overall context of the text. Scribes had a deep understanding of these contextual cues and utilized them to properly interpret and write cuneiform texts. The use of the sign evolved over time and varied across different regions and periods in Mesopotamian history. Understanding the historical context of a cuneiform tablet is essential when interpreting signs like "At." The precise form of the sign could also vary slightly depending on the time period and the specific scribal tradition. Therefore, deciphering the meaning of "At" requires careful analysis and consideration of the surrounding textual environment.