Sans Normal Nybab 1 is a very bold, normal width, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Ghino' by Fontmachine, 'Averta PE' and 'Averta Standard PE' by Intelligent Design, 'Mundial Narrow' by TipoType, 'TT Norms Pro' by TypeType, and 'Hartwell' by W Type Foundry (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, branding, packaging, signage, friendly, playful, confident, retro, impact, approachability, simplicity, display, rounded, geometric, blocky, soft-cornered, compact.
This typeface is a heavy, rounded sans with broad, compact proportions and smooth, simplified curves. Stroke endings are predominantly blunt with softly eased corners, keeping forms sturdy and highly uniform. Bowls and counters tend toward circular/elliptical geometry, while joins and diagonals (notably in K, R, X, and the numerals) are cut cleanly for a crisp, constructed look. The lowercase is robust and simple, with a single-storey a and g, a short-shouldered r, and a compact t with a thick crossbar, all reinforcing a dense, poster-ready rhythm.
Best suited to headlines, posters, packaging, and branding where a strong, friendly voice is needed. It also works well for short UI callouts, labels, and signage when large sizes and high contrast against the background are available.
The overall tone is upbeat and approachable, pairing assertive weight with rounded, friendly shapes. It feels modern yet slightly retro in its chunky geometry, giving text a cheerful, punchy presence without becoming aggressive.
The design appears intended to deliver maximum impact with a warm, geometric personality—prioritizing bold silhouette clarity, even rhythm, and approachable rounded forms for attention-grabbing display typography.
Counters stay relatively open for the weight, helping letters like e, a, and o remain legible at display sizes. The numerals are similarly bold and constructed, with clear silhouettes that read quickly in headlines and signage.