Cursive Nagaf 12 is a bold, normal width, medium contrast, italic, normal x-height font.
Keywords: branding, packaging, social media, headlines, posters, friendly, casual, playful, approachable, energetic, handwritten warmth, expressive brush, signature feel, casual emphasis, brushy, rounded, bouncy, loose, marker-like.
A lively, brush-pen script with rounded forms and a forward-leaning, handwritten rhythm. Strokes show subtly uneven width and soft, tapering terminals, creating an organic marker/brush feel while maintaining consistent overall weight. Letterforms are mostly connected in running text, with open counters, generous curves, and a slightly bouncy baseline that adds motion. Capitals are simplified and bold, built from broad strokes and quick turns rather than formal calligraphic construction.
Works best for short-to-medium text where personality is the priority: brand marks, product packaging callouts, social posts, invitations, and display lines on posters. It can also suit casual quotes and emphasis text, especially when paired with a clean sans for supporting copy.
The font reads warm and personal, like quick note-taking or a confident signature. Its energetic strokes and informal connections give it a cheerful, conversational tone that feels modern and approachable rather than refined or ceremonial.
Likely designed to capture the immediacy of brush handwriting while staying legible and consistent enough for repeated use in brand-facing design. The emphasis appears to be on friendly expressiveness, flowing connections, and a bold presence at display sizes.
Spacing and joining behavior feel intentionally loose, prioritizing flow and momentum over strict regularity. Numerals match the handwritten style with rounded shapes and soft terminals, keeping a cohesive texture in mixed text.