Sans Superellipse Tebiw 4 is a very bold, narrow, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Gothic No.13' by Bitstream, 'CF Blast Gothic' by Fonts.GR, 'Gothic 13' by Linotype, 'DIN Next' and 'DIN Next Paneuropean' by Monotype, 'Otoiwo Grotesk' by Pepper Type, and 'Calps' by Typesketchbook (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, packaging, signage, logos, friendly, playful, poster-like, retro, crafty, display impact, approachability, handmade character, retro flavor, rounded, chunky, soft corners, hand-cut, quirky.
A compact, heavy sans with rounded-rectangle construction and softly bulging sides that give counters and bowls a squarish, superelliptic feel. Strokes stay broadly even, with subtly irregular contour tension that reads more hand-cut than geometric-perfect. Terminals are blunt and rounded, apertures tend to be small, and interior spaces are tight, creating dense, high-impact word shapes. The lowercase is simple and sturdy with single-storey forms and minimal detailing, while figures are blocky and consistent with the overall soft-cornered geometry.
This font is well suited to headlines, posters, and bold callouts where a strong silhouette matters more than fine detail. It can work effectively on packaging, event materials, stickers, and storefront or wayfinding signage, particularly when set with generous tracking and line spacing. The sturdy numerals also make it useful for prices, dates, and large-format labeling.
The overall tone is bold and approachable, with a slightly homemade edge that suggests screen-printed posters, playful packaging, or informal signage. Its chunky rhythm and soft corners feel friendly rather than aggressive, while the mild roughness adds character and warmth.
The design appears intended to deliver maximum impact with a soft-cornered, rounded-rectangle aesthetic and a touch of handmade irregularity. It prioritizes characterful shapes and strong presence for display typography, aiming for friendly, informal communication rather than neutral text setting.
In longer lines the dense color and tight counters can start to merge, especially in small sizes or on low-resolution outputs; it reads best when given room and used for short phrases. The design’s rounded-rectangular logic stays consistent across capitals, lowercase, and numerals, helping it maintain a cohesive texture in display settings.