Sans Normal Syhu 2 is a bold, normal width, high contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, posters, packaging, branding, book covers, friendly, folksy, playful, retro, warm, display impact, approachability, retro charm, handcrafted feel, expressive tone, rounded, soft terminals, flared strokes, calligraphic, lively.
A rounded, high-contrast display face with soft, swelling strokes and tapered joins that create a subtly hand-drawn rhythm. Curves are prominent and somewhat elliptical, while straight stems often show gentle flare and bulb-like terminals rather than crisp endings. Counters are open and generous, and the overall texture alternates between thick vertical emphasis and thinner connecting strokes, producing an animated, slightly bouncy color on the page. The forms remain upright and stable, but the stroke modulation and terminal treatment add a distinctly organic character.
Best suited to short-form typography where its distinctive contrast and soft, flared terminals can be appreciated—such as headlines, poster titles, packaging, and branding marks. It can also work well for book covers and editorial display settings where a friendly, characterful voice is desired.
The font projects a warm, approachable personality with a playful, storybook-like tone. Its lively contrast and softened terminals feel nostalgic and craftsmanly rather than technical, making the voice personable and expressive without becoming overly ornate.
The design appears intended to combine clean, readable silhouettes with an expressive, hand-influenced stroke logic. By pairing simple rounded construction with pronounced modulation and softened terminals, it aims to deliver a bold, approachable display presence that feels crafted and lively.
Round letters like O, C, and G show pronounced modulation and smooth curvature, while diagonals (V, W, X, Y) maintain the same softened, tapered behavior at their ends. Numerals follow the same display logic, with curvy joins and notable thick–thin shifts that read best at medium to large sizes.