Sans Normal Abkis 9 is a regular weight, wide, low contrast, italic, normal x-height font.
Keywords: branding, headlines, sportswear, ui labels, posters, sporty, dynamic, clean, modern, techy, convey motion, modern utility, clean branding, high legibility, oblique, geometric, monoline, rounded, streamlined.
This typeface is an oblique, monoline sans with a clean, geometric foundation and rounded curves. Strokes are smooth and even, with minimal contrast and softly finished terminals that keep shapes from feeling sharp. Counters are generally open and circular (notably in O/o and C/c), while diagonals and joins are taut and slightly forward-leaning, reinforcing motion. Proportions read as on the wider side, with generous bowls and a steady rhythm that stays consistent from caps to lowercase and numerals.
It performs well in branding and headline settings where a clean, fast, contemporary impression is useful, such as sports, mobility, and tech-oriented communications. The steady stroke and open counters also make it suitable for short UI labels, navigation, and product titling where an oblique voice is desired without sacrificing clarity.
The overall tone is energetic and contemporary, with a forward-leaning posture that suggests speed and action. It feels pragmatic and neutral rather than expressive or decorative, giving it a confident, modern voice suited to brands that want to appear efficient and in-motion.
The design appears intended to provide a straightforward geometric sans in a built-in oblique style, balancing clarity with a sense of movement. Its restrained detailing and even stroke weight suggest a focus on versatile, modern display and interface use rather than calligraphic character.
The italic construction remains clear and legible: curves stay stable, and key shapes like a, g, and e retain simple, familiar forms. Numerals follow the same smooth, geometric logic, keeping a cohesive texture in mixed text.