Sans Normal Kenih 18 is a bold, normal width, low contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Shelf' by 21Type, 'Basic Sans Cnd' by Latinotype, 'Quire Sans' by Monotype, 'Cinta' by Tipo Pèpel, and 'Adora Condensed PRO' by preussTYPE (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, branding, sports, packaging, sporty, energetic, modern, confident, punchy, impact, motion, modernity, attention, slanted, geometric, rounded, compact, high impact.
A heavy, slanted sans with smooth, rounded curves and clean terminals. The letterforms feel compact and sturdy, with broad strokes and minimal modulation, creating an even, blocky color on the page. Curves are drawn with a geometric sensibility—round bowls and open counters—while diagonals and joins read crisp and decisive. Spacing appears tuned for headline presence, keeping forms tight and cohesive without looking cramped.
This font works best where immediate impact and clarity are needed: headlines, posters, display typography, and bold brand marks. It suits sports and performance-oriented identities, promotional graphics, and packaging that benefits from a compact, forceful slanted look.
The overall tone is bold and kinetic, suggesting motion and urgency. Its forward slant and dense weight convey a confident, athletic attitude that feels contemporary and attention-grabbing.
The design appears intended as a high-impact italicized sans for display use, combining geometric roundness with a strong forward lean to communicate speed and confidence while remaining clean and legible at larger sizes.
Round characters like O and 0 are strongly elliptical and well balanced, and the numerals match the letters in weight and slant for a consistent texture. Lowercase forms lean toward simple, single-story constructions (notably in a and g), reinforcing a straightforward, modern voice.