Sans Superellipse Etnaf 4 is a regular weight, narrow, low contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Gibstone' by Eko Bimantara, 'Neusa Neu' by Inhouse Type, 'Sharp Grotesk Latin' and 'Sharp Grotesk Paneuropean' by Monotype, 'Otoiwo Grotesk' by Pepper Type, 'Ddt' by Typodermic, and 'Nimbus Sans Novus' by URW Type Foundry (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, branding, ui labels, posters, sports graphics, modern, technical, efficient, sporty, clean, space saving, modernization, speed, system design, clarity, oblique, condensed, rounded, superelliptic, compact.
A compact, oblique sans with smooth, squared-round (superelliptic) bowls and consistently low stroke modulation. Letterforms are narrow with tight internal counters and a brisk forward slant, producing a fast horizontal rhythm. Terminals are clean and largely straight-cut, while curves resolve into rounded-rectangle geometry rather than circular forms. The overall construction feels uniform and engineered, with sturdy joins and simplified shapes that keep the silhouette crisp at display sizes.
Best suited to headlines, branding, and short-form messaging where a condensed, forward-leaning voice helps convey momentum. It also works well for UI labels, navigation, and product graphics that benefit from a compact footprint and crisp, modern shapes.
The tone is modern and utilitarian, with a quick, kinetic feel created by the steady slant and condensed proportions. Its rounded-rectangle geometry adds a contemporary, slightly technical character—more streamlined than playful—suggesting speed, efficiency, and clarity.
The design appears intended to deliver a space-saving oblique sans with a contemporary, superelliptic skeleton—balancing a technical, engineered look with softened corners for smoother readability and a more refined finish.
Capitals read firmly and upright in structure despite the slant, while lowercase maintains a compact, functional texture. Numerals follow the same superelliptic logic, staying tight and punchy, which reinforces a cohesive, system-like appearance across alphanumerics.