Sans Normal Vugan 5 is a bold, normal width, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Mazot' and 'Salda' by Hurufatfont and 'Kohinoor Rounded Arabic', 'Kohinoor Rounded Bangla', 'Kohinoor Rounded Cyrillic', 'Kohinoor Rounded Greek', 'Kohinoor Rounded Telugu', and 'Kohinoor Rounded Thai' by Indian Type Foundry (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: branding, headlines, packaging, ui labels, posters, friendly, approachable, contemporary, playful, soften tone, modernize, improve approachability, simplify forms, rounded, soft terminals, geometric, monoline, chunky.
A rounded sans with smooth, monoline strokes and generously curved joins. Terminals are consistently softened, giving letters a pill-shaped finish and reducing any sharp corners, including on diagonals. Counters are open and fairly circular, with sturdy verticals and compact curves that keep forms dark and cohesive. The lowercase shows a single-storey a and g, a simple, straight-sided t with a short crossbar, and a gently rounded i/j treatment, reinforcing a clean, modern rhythm.
Well-suited to branding systems that want a friendly, modern voice, as well as headlines, signage, and packaging where the rounded forms add approachability. It also works for UI labels and short-form copy where clarity and a soft aesthetic are priorities, especially at medium to large sizes.
The overall tone is warm and easygoing, with a mildly playful character created by the rounded corners and stout proportions. It reads as contemporary and friendly rather than technical or formal, making it feel welcoming and accessible in display and interface contexts.
The design appears aimed at delivering a modern sans that feels personable and non-threatening through consistently rounded terminals and simple, geometric construction. It prioritizes a smooth texture and straightforward letterforms to stay clear while adding warmth through softened detailing.
Numerals follow the same softened geometry, with rounded corners and consistent stroke thickness that helps them sit comfortably alongside text. The sample text shows solid word shapes and even color at larger sizes, with the rounded terminals helping maintain a smooth texture across lines.