Slab Square Abnuj 5 is a light, normal width, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: body text, editorial, publishing, branding, signage, classic, scholarly, trustworthy, measured, readability, durability, editorial tone, clarity, authority, slab serifs, bracketed serifs, crisp terminals, open counters, moderate aperture.
A serif typeface with sturdy slab-like serifs and mostly square, crisp terminals, paired with gently rounded curves in bowls and counters. Strokes read as even and steady, with a clear vertical stress and restrained modulation. Proportions are straightforward and workmanlike: capitals are broad and calm, while lowercase forms are open and legible with a two-storey “a” and a single-storey “g.” The overall rhythm is consistent, with firm joins and slightly bracketed serif transitions that keep shapes from feeling overly rigid.
It performs well in body copy for books, magazines, and long-form editorial layouts where a stable texture and strong letterforms aid readability. It also suits institutional branding, packaging, and signage that benefits from a solid slab-serif presence without heavy contrast.
The font conveys an editorial, institutional tone—confident and composed rather than decorative. Its slab-serif structure gives it a dependable, no-nonsense voice suited to informative reading, while the softened curves keep it approachable and contemporary.
The design appears intended to deliver reliable text performance with a sturdy slab-serif voice, balancing crisp, squared details with enough curvature and spacing to stay readable and calm across paragraphs.
Numerals appear clear and robust with simple, readable constructions, and the punctuation and capitals maintain a disciplined, even color across lines. The serif treatment stays prominent at text sizes without turning ornate, supporting clarity in continuous reading.