Sans Normal Arbab 9 is a regular weight, normal width, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Gilroy' by Radomir Tinkov, 'Core Sans C' and 'Core Sans CR' by S-Core, 'Hartwell' by W Type Foundry, and 'Caros' and 'Caros Soft' by cretype (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: ui text, branding, editorial, signage, presentations, clean, modern, friendly, neutral, tech, legibility, versatility, modernity, neutrality, clarity, geometric, monoline, open apertures, round terminals, crisp.
This sans serif shows a largely geometric build with round bowls and smooth curves paired with straight, evenly weighted stems. Curves are clean and circular, with open counters and generous apertures that keep letters like C, S, and e clear at text sizes. Terminals are mostly straight or gently rounded, and the overall rhythm is steady with consistent stroke thickness and minimal modulation. Uppercase forms feel simple and proportional, while the lowercase keeps a compact, utilitarian structure with a single-storey a and g and a straightforward, modern t.
It works well for interface labels, product UI, dashboards, and web content where clarity and a neutral voice are priorities. The clean geometry also suits contemporary branding, editorial subheads, and signage systems that need straightforward readability and a modern finish.
The tone is contemporary and matter-of-fact, balancing a friendly approachability with a polished, no-nonsense clarity. Its geometry gives it a subtly technical flavor without feeling cold, making it read as modern and dependable rather than expressive or decorative.
The design appears intended as a general-purpose, modern sans that emphasizes legibility through open shapes and consistent strokes while keeping a geometric, contemporary personality. It aims to be versatile across display and text settings without drawing attention to stylistic quirks.
In the sample text, spacing appears comfortable and the letterforms maintain clarity across mixed case, with round punctuation and numerals that match the same geometric logic. The numerals are clean and readable, with simple constructions that align visually with the uppercase proportions.