Sans Normal Anbov 1 is a bold, normal width, monoline, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Swiss 721' by Bitstream; 'Celex Grotesk' by Designova; 'Approach' by Emtype Foundry; 'Classic Grotesque' by Monotype; 'Nimbus Sans Chinese Simplified', 'Nimbus Sans Japanese', 'Nimbus Sans L', and 'Nimbus Sans Thai' by URW Type Foundry; and 'Cern' by Wordshape (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, branding, signage, ui text, posters, modern, neutral, clean, friendly, confident, clarity, modern utility, brand presence, legibility, simplicity, geometric, rounded, high contrast, open counters, minimal.
A heavy, monoline sans with broadly geometric construction and round, even curves. The strokes are consistently thick with clean terminals and generous apertures, giving letters a clear, high-contrast presence against the page. Uppercase forms are wide and stable with smooth bowls (C, G, O, Q) and straightforward diagonals (A, V, W, X), while the lowercase keeps simple, single-storey shapes (a, g) with compact joins and uncluttered counters. Numerals are sturdy and highly legible, matching the letterforms with similarly uniform stroke weight and rounded geometry.
This font suits bold headlines, brand wordmarks, and signage where strong silhouette and quick recognition matter. It also works well for UI and short text blocks when a clean, modern sans is needed with enough weight to remain readable at a glance.
The overall tone is contemporary and matter-of-fact, projecting clarity and confidence rather than ornament or personality quirks. Its rounded geometry and open shapes add a mild friendliness, keeping the voice approachable while still feeling professional and direct.
The design appears intended to provide a versatile, contemporary sans with geometric roundness and strong emphasis, prioritizing clarity, consistency, and legibility in both display and mixed-case reading.
Spacing appears comfortable at text sizes in the sample, with forms that hold up well in large display settings thanks to the substantial weight and restrained detailing. The design relies on consistent curves and simple joins, creating a steady rhythm across mixed-case text and punctuation.