Sans Normal Usgab 11 is a regular weight, normal width, low contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Aretha' and 'Pelita' by Lafontype (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: ui labels, infographics, editorial, captions, brand systems, modern, clean, technical, efficient, neutral, emphasis style, clarity, systematic design, neutral voice, oblique, rounded, monoline, open apertures, humanist.
A crisp oblique sans with largely monoline strokes, gently rounded curves, and open, legible counters. The italic construction is primarily a slanted roman rather than a calligraphic cursive, keeping joins and terminals clean and unembellished. Uppercase forms are compact and steady, while the lowercase maintains a straightforward rhythm with simple single-storey shapes and minimal stroke modulation. Numerals are clear and contemporary, with smooth bowls and consistent stroke weight that matches the letters.
Well-suited to interface text, labels, and data-heavy graphics where a clean italic is needed for hierarchy or emphasis. It also works in editorial settings for pull quotes, subheads, and inline emphasis, and can serve as a neutral supporting voice within broader brand systems.
The overall tone is modern and pragmatic, with an understated, workmanlike character. Its forward slant adds motion and emphasis without becoming expressive or decorative, making it feel efficient and slightly dynamic rather than playful.
Likely designed as a utilitarian oblique companion for modern sans typography, prioritizing clarity and consistent rhythm while providing a distinct emphasis style. The intent reads as systematic and functional, with smooth geometry and open forms that hold up in longer lines of text.
Round letters (like O/C/G) read as broadly elliptical with even weight, and diagonals (V/W/X/Y) are sharp but not aggressive due to softened curvature and uniform strokes. Spacing appears balanced for continuous reading, and the oblique angle stays consistent across letters and figures, helping the set feel cohesive in text.