Sans Normal Ihkir 2 is a bold, normal width, monoline, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Ely Rounded' by Cory Maylett Design, 'Predicate Rounded' by Haiku Monkey, 'Nawin Arabic Ltn' and 'Nawin Latin' by Letterjuice, 'Sebino Soft' by Nine Font, 'June' and 'June Pro' by Schriftlabor, and 'Oslo' by Wilton Foundry (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: branding, packaging, posters, headlines, children’s media, playful, friendly, casual, youthful, approachable, approachability, playfulness, clarity, simplicity, rounded, soft terminals, bubbly, informal, chunky.
This typeface uses thick, even strokes with generously rounded corners and soft, blunted terminals throughout. Letterforms lean on simple geometric construction—wide bowls, open counters, and smooth curves—while keeping a slightly hand-drawn, buoyant rhythm rather than rigid mechanical precision. Curved letters (C, G, O, S) are especially circular, and straight-sided forms (E, F, T, L) retain rounded ends that prevent sharpness. The figures are similarly rounded and high-contrast-free, with clear silhouettes intended for quick recognition at display sizes.
Well suited to logos, brand marks, packaging, short headlines, posters, and social graphics where a friendly, rounded presence is desired. It also fits children’s products and playful UI moments, and can work for short blocks of text when set with generous spacing and size.
Overall, the font reads as cheerful and easygoing, with a kid-friendly warmth and an upbeat, conversational tone. The rounded geometry and soft finishing give it a welcoming, non-intimidating voice that feels more like friendly signage or packaging than formal editorial typography.
The design intention appears to be a straightforward, highly approachable rounded sans that prioritizes warmth and readability over formality. Its consistent monoline build and soft terminals suggest it was drawn to feel modern and clean, while still conveying a playful, human tone.
Spacing appears comfortable and the shapes maintain consistent stroke weight across capitals, lowercase, and numerals, helping the set feel cohesive. Distinctive rounded joins and a gentle irregularity in curve tension add personality while keeping the alphabet broadly familiar and legible.