Sans Normal Bumaf 5 is a regular weight, normal width, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Myriad' by Adobe, 'Cumhuriyet' and 'Ninova' by Fontuma, and 'Alber New' by moretype (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: ui text, body text, forms, signage, presentations, neutral, modern, clean, pragmatic, corporate, everyday legibility, versatility, neutral branding, clarity, humanist, open apertures, rounded terminals, even color, high legibility.
This typeface is a clean, contemporary sans with smooth, round-derived curves and an even, steady stroke texture. Shapes are broadly open and readable, with generous counters in letters like C, O, and e, and a straightforward, unembellished construction throughout. Terminals are mostly clean and slightly softened rather than sharply cut, giving the outlines a calm, friendly finish. Spacing and proportions read as balanced and consistent, producing a clear rhythm in both all-caps and mixed-case settings.
It suits interface typography, product copy, and general-purpose editorial use where clarity and predictable rhythm matter. The clean forms also make it a solid option for wayfinding and signage, as well as business documents, reports, and slide decks that need a contemporary, unobtrusive sans.
The overall tone is neutral and modern, with a quietly approachable feel. It communicates clarity and utility first, making it well suited to informative, everyday typography rather than overtly stylized display work.
The design appears intended as a versatile workhorse sans: clear in continuous reading, visually even, and stylistically restrained. Its rounded, open construction suggests an emphasis on friendliness and legibility without sacrificing a crisp, modern look.
In running text, the font maintains a stable typographic “color” and avoids visual spikes, with digits that match the letterforms in straightforward, readable proportions. The lowercase shows a practical, contemporary voice with simple joins and uncomplicated shapes that hold up well across a range of sizes.