Sans Normal Ukman 2 is a regular weight, normal width, high contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Begum Sans' by Indian Type Foundry, 'Chakai' by Latinotype, and 'Blacker Sans Pro' by Zetafonts (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: body text, editorial, books, magazines, headlines, refined, classic, bookish, formal, readability, elegance, editorial voice, classic authority, print tone, bracketed serifs, transitional, crisp, sharp terminals, calligraphic stress.
A high-contrast serif with crisp, bracketed serifs and a largely vertical axis. Strokes transition sharply between thick stems and hairline joins, with clean, pointed terminals on forms like V, W, and Y. Capitals feel stately and slightly narrow in their internal counters, while the lowercase shows a traditional two-storey a and g and a compact, readable rhythm. Numerals are proportional and elegant, with clear differentiation and delicate hairline details that echo the letterforms.
This face suits editorial layouts, long-form reading, and book or magazine typography where contrast and traditional proportions add sophistication. It also works well for headlines and subheads that benefit from sharp hairlines and a classic serif presence.
The overall tone is refined and editorial, balancing classic book typography with a slightly sharper, more contemporary crispness. It reads as authoritative and cultivated, suitable for serious, text-forward communication that still wants visual polish.
The design appears intended to deliver a traditional, high-contrast reading experience with a polished, publish-ready voice—prioritizing elegance, typographic color, and familiar serif cues for comfortable, credible text setting.
Spacing appears even in the sample text, supporting dense paragraphs without looking muddy, though the thin strokes and small serifs suggest better performance at moderate to larger sizes and in higher-quality printing or high-resolution screens.