Sans Superellipse Gimus 4 is a very bold, normal width, monoline, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Expressa EF' by Elsner+Flake; 'Hanibal' by Hazztype; 'Pump' by ITC; 'Bauhaus Arabic', 'Behtab', and 'Gilan' by Naghi Naghachian; 'Expressa Serial' by SoftMaker; and 'TS Expressa' by TypeShop Collection (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, branding, packaging, signage, playful, friendly, bold, modern, quirky, approachability, high impact, modern geometry, display clarity, rounded, soft, chunky, geometric, high-contrast counters.
A heavy, rounded sans with broad, softly squared curves and consistently thick strokes. Forms lean on superellipse geometry: bowls and counters read as rounded rectangles, with smooth joins and blunt terminals. The lowercase has compact, sturdy construction with a single-storey “a” and “g,” a round i-dot, and wide, open apertures that keep interiors clear despite the weight. Uppercase letters are simple and architectural, and the numerals are large and blocky with generous counters and a stable, poster-friendly silhouette.
This font performs best in display settings where its bold, rounded forms can carry a message quickly—headlines, posters, brand marks, packaging, and wayfinding. It’s also effective for playful UI moments, badges, and social graphics where a friendly, high-impact sans is needed.
The overall tone is cheerful and approachable, with a toy-like softness that feels contemporary rather than retro. Its chunky geometry adds personality and confidence, giving headlines a friendly, slightly quirky voice without becoming informal or script-like.
The design appears intended to deliver maximum legibility and impact through simple, geometric construction and softened corners. By combining sturdy stroke weight with rounded-rectangle counters, it aims to feel welcoming and contemporary while remaining clean and graphic.
Round-heavy shapes dominate (notably O/Q/0 and the bowls in B/P/R), creating a strong rhythm of circular mass and clean negative space. The question mark and punctuation shown follow the same rounded, thick-stem logic, supporting consistent color in text. Spacing in the samples reads even, with a solid, continuous texture suited to short lines and large sizes.