Print Semat 8 is a very bold, very narrow, medium contrast, upright, short x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, posters, packaging, social media, kids content, playful, friendly, casual, handmade, quirky, hand-lettered feel, approachability, impact, informality, brushy, rounded, bouncy, chunky, soft terminals.
This font uses thick, marker-like strokes with rounded terminals and a slightly uneven, hand-drawn outline. Forms are generally upright with a narrow overall footprint, but widths vary from letter to letter, creating a lively rhythm. Curves are swollen and simplified, counters tend to be small, and joins show gentle tapering that suggests a felt-tip or brush pen. Uppercase and lowercase share a cohesive, informal construction, with compact bowls and a consistent, bold silhouette that stays readable at display sizes.
It works best for short, high-impact text such as headlines, posters, packaging callouts, and social media graphics where a friendly, handmade voice is desired. The heavy strokes also suit signage and merch-style applications, though longer paragraphs may feel dense due to the compact counters and narrow proportions.
The overall tone is upbeat and approachable, with a casual handwritten energy that feels personable rather than formal. Its bouncy spacing and soft, rounded shapes give it a lighthearted, kid-friendly character, while the heavy stroke weight adds confidence and punch.
The design appears intended to mimic bold hand lettering made with a brush marker—informal, compact, and energetic—prioritizing personality and visual punch over strict geometric regularity.
The figure set matches the letterforms with rounded, chunky numerals and simple geometry. The texture is intentionally imperfect—subtle wobble and stroke variation add authenticity without becoming messy—making it well-suited to expressive headlines where the handmade quality is part of the message.