Sans Normal Kudab 5 is a bold, normal width, low contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Centra No. 1' and 'Centra No. 2' by Monotype (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, branding, posters, packaging, signage, modern, confident, friendly, sporty, clean, impact, clarity, modernity, motion, oblique, rounded, geometric, compact, punchy.
A compact, oblique sans with sturdy, low-contrast strokes and smoothly rounded curves. The letterforms lean consistently forward and favor simple geometric construction, with generous counters in round letters and crisp, straight-sided strokes in diagonals and stems. Terminals are clean and mostly straight, creating a tidy rhythm, while the slightly varied widths across letters keep the texture lively. Numerals match the letters’ weight and slant, reading clearly with solid, simplified shapes.
Well-suited for short, high-impact text such as headlines, brand marks, packaging callouts, and promotional graphics where a strong oblique presence adds motion. It can also work for signage and UI accents when used sparingly, especially where clarity and a contemporary tone are needed.
The overall tone is modern and energetic, with a confident forward motion from the slant and a friendly, approachable feel from the rounded forms. It reads as practical and contemporary rather than decorative, projecting clarity and momentum.
The design appears intended to deliver a straightforward, contemporary sans voice with added energy from an oblique stance, prioritizing clarity, punch, and a smooth geometric feel for prominent text settings.
Caps appear wide and stable with strong diagonals (notably in A, V, W, X), while lowercase maintains clear differentiation and open forms that hold up well at larger display sizes. The consistent slant across punctuation and letters supports cohesive emphasis in setting.