Serif Normal Kafi 2 is a regular weight, normal width, high contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: books, editorial, long-form text, magazines, reports, classic, literary, formal, refined, text reading, classic tone, editorial clarity, print tradition, bracketed serifs, crisp serifs, vertical stress, sharp terminals, sculpted curves.
A conventional serif with pronounced contrast between thick stems and hairline connections, giving the letterforms a crisp, sculpted presence. Serifs are bracketed and relatively sharp, with tapered entry and exit strokes that create clean, pointed terminals in letters like A, V, W, and Y. Proportions feel balanced and text-oriented, with moderate ascenders/descenders and steady spacing that supports continuous reading. Round letters show a clear vertical stress and smooth modulation, while diagonals remain firm and neatly finished.
Well-suited to body text in books, magazines, and editorial layouts where a classic serif voice is desired. It can also serve for reports and formal documents, and for headings that benefit from a traditional, high-contrast look without departing from a text-family feel.
The overall tone is traditional and bookish, suggesting established print typography and careful editorial craft. Its sharp serifs and high-contrast rhythm add a sense of refinement and seriousness, suitable for formal communication without feeling overly ornamental.
The design appears aimed at delivering a familiar, print-rooted reading experience with added sharpness and contrast for a refined page texture. It prioritizes conventional proportions and clear serif structure to perform reliably in extended passages while retaining a distinctly classical tone.
In the sample text, the font maintains a consistent rhythm across mixed case, with clear differentiation between characters and a confident, slightly assertive color on the page. Numerals share the same contrast and serif treatment as the letters, reading as integrated text figures rather than a separate display style.