Print Ukbuz 9 is a regular weight, very narrow, medium contrast, upright, short x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, posters, packaging, kids, greeting cards, playful, casual, whimsical, friendly, handmade, handmade feel, friendly tone, casual display, space saving, monoline, rounded, spindly, bouncy, quirky.
A slim, hand-drawn print style with mostly monoline strokes and softly rounded terminals. Forms are tall and lightly condensed, with a gentle wobble in verticals and subtly uneven curves that keep the texture organic. Counters are open and simple, and the overall rhythm is slightly bouncy due to small variations in stroke length, curve tension, and character width. Ascenders feel prominent while lowercase proportions keep the x-height visually modest, giving text a lanky, airy color.
It works well for short to medium-length display text where a casual, handcrafted tone is desired—such as posters, invitations, labels, and packaging. The narrow proportions can help fit longer titles into tight spaces, while the informal texture is best used at sizes large enough to preserve the delicate stroke character.
The font reads as informal and personable, with a doodled charm that feels lighthearted rather than polished. Its narrow, wiry silhouettes and small quirks suggest a friendly, handmade voice suited to upbeat, everyday messaging.
The design appears intended to mimic neat hand printing with a controlled, monoline pen feel—prioritizing warmth and approachability over geometric precision. Its condensed, airy build suggests an aim for readable display typography that still feels personal and lightly quirky.
Capitals are straightforward and legible, with minimal ornamentation and a consistent hand-rendered steadiness across the set. Numerals follow the same narrow, rounded construction, maintaining an even texture in mixed alphanumeric settings.