Cursive Tenam 1 is a regular weight, narrow, medium contrast, italic, short x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, posters, packaging, social media, quotes, casual, energetic, friendly, expressive, personal, handwritten realism, casual branding, expressive display, brush lettering, brushy, slanted, looping, rounded, lively.
A lively cursive with a consistent rightward slant and brush-pen construction. Strokes show tapered terminals and subtle modulation, with rounded joins and occasional sharp, flicked entry/exit strokes that give letters a quick, handwritten rhythm. Uppercase forms are simplified and slightly compact, while lowercase emphasizes flowing curves and a mix of open counters and tight loops; overall spacing feels natural and slightly irregular in a way that reinforces the hand-drawn character. Numerals follow the same brisk, calligraphic treatment, with rounded shapes and angled stress.
Well-suited for short-form, attention-getting text such as posters, packaging callouts, social graphics, invitations, and pull quotes. It works especially well when you want an informal handwritten accent in branding or editorial layouts, paired with a simple sans or serif for longer reading.
The tone is informal and personable, suggesting quick notes, friendly headlines, and an energetic, conversational voice. Its gestural strokes and smooth connections read as warm and approachable rather than formal or ceremonious.
The design appears intended to mimic confident brush lettering with a natural, written-through motion. It prioritizes expressive stroke rhythm and a friendly handwritten texture while keeping letterforms clean enough for common display and headline use.
Legibility is strongest at display sizes where the tapered details and cursive connections can breathe; in longer lines, the naturally varied letter widths and brisk joins create a dynamic texture. The short lowercase proportions and compact caps help keep words moving horizontally, enhancing the fast, handwritten feel.