Sans Normal Kanug 7 is a bold, normal width, low contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Diodrum', 'Diodrum Hebrew', 'Diodrum Rounded', and 'Diodrum Thai' by Indian Type Foundry; 'Modal' by Schriftlabor; and 'Gardenia' by W Type Foundry (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, branding, sports, packaging, energetic, sporty, confident, contemporary, assertive, display impact, convey motion, modern branding, high visibility, oblique, rounded, geometric, wide stance, compact counters.
A heavy, oblique sans with rounded geometry and a forward-leaning, kinetic stance. Strokes are thick and fairly even, with smooth curve-to-stem transitions and broadly rounded bowls (notably in O, C, G, and the lowercase). Apertures tend to be somewhat tight and counters compact, giving the design a dense, punchy color in text. Terminals are clean and mostly blunt, while diagonals (V, W, Y, k) feel sturdy and slightly flared by the slant, creating a lively rhythm across words.
Best suited for headlines, posters, logos, and bold brand moments where an energetic oblique voice helps communicate speed and confidence. It will also work well for sports/fitness identity systems, promotional graphics, and packaging that benefits from a compact, high-impact typographic silhouette.
The overall tone is fast, modern, and attention-seeking, with a strong “motion” feel driven by the consistent oblique angle and bold mass. It reads as confident and sporty rather than delicate, aiming for impact and momentum in headlines and short statements.
The design appears intended to deliver a modern, geometric-leaning sans voice with built-in dynamism, using strong weight and a steady slant to project motion and urgency. Its simplified forms and dense texture suggest a focus on display readability and brand presence over delicate detail.
Uppercase shapes lean toward simple, rounded constructions with minimal detailing, while the lowercase maintains a friendly, approachable softness despite the weight. Numerals are similarly robust and clear at display sizes, with rounded forms and compact interior spaces that keep them visually consistent with the letters.