Cursive Ufkid 5 is a bold, narrow, medium contrast, italic, short x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, branding, packaging, social media, posters, casual, energetic, friendly, expressive, handmade, handwritten feel, brush script, bold emphasis, casual tone, fast rhythm, brushy, slanted, rounded, connected, dynamic.
A slanted, brush-pen script with thick, rounded strokes and smooth, calligraphic curves. Letterforms show a lively baseline with generous entry and exit strokes that frequently connect, creating a continuous written rhythm. Counters are compact and joins are soft, with tapered terminals and occasional looped forms that emphasize movement. Overall spacing is relatively tight, favoring a cohesive, word-shaped texture over rigid consistency.
Best suited to short-to-medium display text where its connected, brushy rhythm can read as intentional and expressive—such as headlines, logos, packaging accents, quotes, and social posts. It can also work for inviting UI highlights or event materials, especially when paired with a calm, neutral sans for supporting copy.
The font feels informal and personable, like quick but confident handwriting made with a marker or brush pen. Its pronounced slant and fluid connections give it momentum and a conversational tone, balancing playful charm with clear emphasis.
The design appears intended to capture an upbeat brush-script look that feels hand-authored while remaining legible in common phrases. It prioritizes speed, flow, and bold gesture, aiming for strong word silhouettes and an approachable tone.
Uppercase characters are simple and flowing rather than ornamental, blending well with the lowercase for mixed-case settings. The numerals follow the same handwritten logic, with rounded turns and a consistent stroke voice that keeps them visually integrated with text.