# AU

> Linear A syllabic AU, resolved.

A page of the Linear A Lexicon's research wiki, in [Wiki](<https://linear-a.ai/wiki/index.md>) › [Kaphtor Lexicon](<https://linear-a.ai/wiki/lexicon/index.md>) › [Signs](<https://linear-a.ai/wiki/lexicon/signs/index.md>) › [Syllabic signs](<https://linear-a.ai/wiki/lexicon/signs/syllabic/index.md>). Updated 2026-10-24.

**Status: resolved.** Listed among the resolved values of the sign table.

## Phonetic value

| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Value |  |
| Alternates | none |
| Linear B | no Linear B counterpart recorded |
| Neutralization class | none |

### Forms cited for the value

- AU-RE-TE = ʾawrēt 'luminous' (√ʾ-w-r 'to shine') on KH6
- KO(?)Zf2 contains AU within an undivided sequence; AU-TA is not admitted as an independent confirming witness

## Lexicon words written with this sign

| Word | Proposed reading | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| AU-RE-TE | ʾawrēt | Probable |
| SE-WA-AU-DE | šawaʿ-dē | Speculative |

## Linked from

- [Syllabic signs](<https://linear-a.ai/wiki/lexicon/signs/syllabic/index.md>)

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Cite as: di Mino, Tom. 2026. Linear A Lexicon. Plasma AI. https://linear-a.ai/. Data: kaphtor, commit add28e94.