Cursive Nimak 5 is a regular weight, very narrow, medium contrast, upright, short x-height font.
Keywords: packaging, social media, quotes, greeting cards, labels, friendly, casual, playful, approachable, handmade, everyday script, friendly tone, casual branding, handwritten clarity, monoline, rounded, bouncy, loopy, soft terminals.
A lively handwritten script with a narrow overall footprint and a monoline-like stroke that stays fairly consistent while showing subtle pressure changes. Letterforms are upright with a gentle bounce, rounded shoulders, and soft, brush-pen terminals that taper slightly at starts and finishes. Many lowercase characters connect naturally, while capitals read more like tall, simplified handwritten initials, creating a clear hierarchy. Counters are open and strokes are clean, giving the set an airy, legible rhythm despite the compact width.
Well-suited for short to medium text where a human, approachable voice is desired—such as packaging callouts, café menus, invitations, greeting cards, social posts, and quote graphics. It can also work for headings and subheads when paired with a neutral sans for body copy.
The font conveys an informal, personable tone—like quick neat handwriting used for notes, labels, or friendly messages. Its smooth loops and slight bounce add warmth and a hint of playfulness without feeling overly decorative.
The design appears intended to mimic tidy, modern everyday handwriting: connected and fluid in lowercase, with straightforward capitals for clarity. The narrow, clean forms prioritize readability and versatility while retaining a distinctly handmade character.
Ascenders are prominent and the lowercase feels compact relative to the tall capitals, which helps the script stay readable in mixed-case settings. Numerals follow the same handwritten logic with simple shapes and rounded turns, pairing well with the letterforms.