Sans Normal Kuniv 5 is a bold, normal width, low contrast, italic, short x-height font visually similar to 'Capitana' by Floodfonts, 'FF Bauer Grotesk' and 'FF Bauer Grotesk Paneuropean' by FontFont, 'Futura Now' by Monotype, 'Futura SB' and 'Futura SH' by Scangraphic Digital Type Collection, and 'Futura TS' by TypeShop Collection (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, branding, packaging, sports graphics, sporty, energetic, modern, confident, friendly, emphasis, impact, motion, display clarity, brand voice, oblique, geometric, rounded, compact, wide counters.
This typeface is a slanted, heavy sans with compact proportions and an overall geometric construction. Strokes are uniform and low in contrast, with smooth curves and clearly rounded bowls; joins and terminals read cleanly and decisively rather than calligraphic. Uppercase forms feel sturdy and slightly condensed in rhythm, while the lowercase shows a tight x-height with prominent ascenders/descenders, giving text a punchy vertical cadence. Counters are generally open and circular, and figures are strong and simplified, matching the letterforms’ broad curves and consistent weight.
It is well suited to bold headline work where momentum and impact are desired, such as posters, sports and event graphics, and brand statements. It can also work for short bursts of copy—taglines, packaging callouts, and UI accents—where a strong, italicized voice is helpful.
The tone is energetic and forward-leaning, with a confident, sporty presence. Its rounded geometry keeps it approachable, while the slant adds motion and emphasis, making it feel assertive without becoming aggressive.
The design appears intended to deliver a modern, high-impact oblique sans that combines geometric clarity with a friendly roundness. The compact lowercase and sturdy uppercase suggest a focus on display communication and emphatic typographic hierarchy.
In running text the oblique angle and compact lowercase create a dense, headline-like texture that stays clear at larger sizes. Round letters (such as O, Q, and 0) appear especially smooth and stable, helping maintain a consistent, modern rhythm across mixed-case settings.