Cursive Nebif 2 is a light, narrow, low contrast, italic, very short x-height font.
Keywords: branding, packaging, invitations, social posts, quotations, casual, playful, friendly, personal, lively, handwritten feel, expressive caps, conversational tone, display emphasis, monoline, looping, bouncy, relaxed, informal.
A fluid handwritten script with a monoline feel and softly tapered stroke ends. Letterforms lean forward and move with a quick, rhythmic cadence, mixing open bowls with occasional tight loops and hook-like terminals. Uppercase characters are tall and gestural, often built from single sweeping strokes, while lowercase forms stay compact with simplified construction and modest ascenders/descenders. Spacing is irregular in a natural way, creating a lively texture that reads like fast, confident pen writing.
Works well for short-to-medium phrases where a handwritten voice is desirable—brand accents, packaging callouts, invitations, greeting cards, social graphics, and pull quotes. It’s especially effective at larger sizes for headlines or highlighted words, where the looping strokes and forward motion can be appreciated.
The font conveys an easygoing, personable tone—warm, conversational, and slightly whimsical. Its energetic slant and bouncy curves suggest spontaneity and friendliness rather than formality, making text feel hand-addressed and human.
Designed to emulate quick, natural cursive writing with an emphasis on flow and personality. The intent appears to prioritize a convincing handwritten rhythm and expressive capitals to add warmth and informality to display text.
Capitals are prominent and expressive, giving strong entry points for words, while the lowercase maintains a consistent handwritten rhythm. Round letters and numerals stay airy and open, and the overall texture remains light on the page, favoring charm and motion over strict uniformity.