Sans Normal Lyriw 9 is a very bold, normal width, low contrast, italic, tall x-height font visually similar to 'FF Zwo' by FontFont, 'Jali Greek' and 'Jali Latin' by Foundry5, and 'Knedle' by Sudetype (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, branding, sportswear, packaging, sporty, punchy, friendly, confident, retro, impact, momentum, approachability, display emphasis, brand voice, rounded, compact, slanted, blocky, soft corners.
A heavy, right-slanted sans with rounded, compact forms and broadly uniform stroke weight. Counters are relatively tight and apertures tend to be small, giving the design a dense, high-impact texture. Curves are smooth and full, while terminals read as blunt or softly squared rather than sharp. The overall rhythm is energetic and forward-leaning, with sturdy capitals and robust lowercase that stay legible at display sizes.
Best suited to headlines, posters, and short-form copy where weight and slant can drive emphasis. It’s a strong choice for branding and packaging that needs an energetic, approachable voice, and it can work well for sports or activity-oriented identities. For longer text, it will be most comfortable when given generous size and spacing.
The tone is bold and upbeat, with a fast, athletic feel created by the consistent slant and compact massing. Its rounded shapes keep the voice approachable rather than aggressive, lending a friendly, contemporary punch. The effect sits comfortably between sporty headline typography and a slightly retro, poster-like charm.
The design appears intended as a high-impact italic display sans that combines speed and friendliness. By pairing a pronounced slant with rounded construction and dense counters, it aims to deliver immediate presence while staying approachable and broadly usable across brand and promotional contexts.
Wide, rounded bowls (notably in letters like O/Q and the 8/9) emphasize solidity, while angled joins and diagonals add momentum. The numerals match the letterforms in weight and slant, supporting cohesive branding across text and figures. Overall spacing appears tuned for impact, favoring tight internal shapes and strong silhouettes.