Sans Normal Rekip 9 is a bold, normal width, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Copperplate New' by Caron twice (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, packaging, kids, branding, friendly, playful, casual, approachable, chunky, approachability, playfulness, display impact, informality, rounded, soft corners, bubbly, quirky, cartoonish.
A heavy, rounded sans with soft corners and a slightly irregular, hand-cut feeling. Strokes are broadly uniform and terminals are blunt and smoothly finished, giving letters a compact, chunky silhouette. Counters tend toward round or oval shapes, and curves dominate over sharp joins, with occasional lively asymmetry in diagonals and arms. Spacing reads open and forgiving, and the overall rhythm feels intentionally informal rather than mechanically geometric.
Best suited for short, attention-grabbing text such as headlines, posters, product packaging, and brand marks that want a friendly, approachable tone. It also fits children’s materials, casual signage, and social or promotional graphics where warmth and legibility at larger sizes matter most.
The font conveys a warm, upbeat tone with a touch of humor. Its rounded weight and subtly uneven details feel personable and kid-friendly, suggesting an informal voice that’s more inviting than authoritative.
The design appears aimed at providing a bold, readable rounded sans that feels human and cheerful, prioritizing approachability and visual impact over strict precision. It’s built to stand out in display contexts while keeping shapes simple and easy to recognize.
Capitals are sturdy and simple, while lowercase forms amplify the playful character (notably in letters with descenders and diagonals). Numerals match the same soft, chunky construction and stay highly legible at display sizes.