Sans Normal Abnaw 5 is a regular weight, normal width, low contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Schnebel Sans ME' and 'Schnebel Sans Pro' by URW Type Foundry (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: ui text, branding, editorial, signage, data display, modern, technical, neutral, efficient, clean, functional italic, clarity, system typography, modern emphasis, neutral tone, oblique, geometric, monoline, open counters, crisp terminals.
A slanted, monoline sans with clean, geometric construction and broadly rounded curves. Strokes remain even and low in contrast, with smooth joins and gently squared, crisp terminals that keep the shapes sharp without feeling rigid. Counters are open and the spacing reads orderly, giving the alphabet a steady rhythm. Numerals follow the same straightforward, contemporary logic, with clear silhouettes and consistent stroke weight.
Works well for UI labels, dashboards, and product typography where a clean oblique is needed without sacrificing legibility. It also suits contemporary branding and editorial callouts, and can perform in signage or informational settings thanks to its open counters and consistent rhythm.
The overall tone is modern and matter-of-fact, with an efficient, slightly kinetic feel created by the consistent slant. It reads as calm and professional rather than expressive, suitable for contemporary interfaces and structured layouts.
The design appears intended as a practical, contemporary italic companion for a geometric sans system—providing forward motion and emphasis while maintaining a controlled, uniform texture in paragraphs and mixed-case settings.
The slant is uniform across capitals, lowercase, and figures, producing an oblique text color that stays even in longer sample lines. Uppercase forms appear broad and simplified, while lowercase keeps familiar sans structures that prioritize clarity at text sizes.