Serif Normal Worod 4 is a very light, normal width, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: body text, editorial, books, magazines, literary branding, classic, literary, refined, formal, calm, readability, editorial tone, traditional appeal, typographic restraint, bracketed, sharp terminals, high-clarity, bookish, crisp.
A refined serif with slender, bracketed serifs and a clean, even rhythm. Strokes are relatively thin with noticeable but controlled thick–thin modulation, and terminals tend to finish in crisp, slightly pointed forms rather than rounded ends. The capitals feel open and elegantly proportioned, while the lowercase shows traditional book-face structures (two-storey a and g, compact e with a small aperture) and clear differentiation across similar forms. Numerals appear lining and proportionally integrated, with restrained curves and a straightforward, editorial presence.
Well-suited for long-form reading in books and editorial layouts where a traditional serif texture is desired. It can also support formal headlines, pull quotes, and typographic branding that benefits from a restrained, literary voice.
The overall tone is classic and composed, evoking printed literature and traditional editorial typography. Its sharp serifs and measured contrast read as polished and authoritative without feeling ornate or overly historical.
The design appears intended as a conventional text serif that prioritizes readability and a familiar printed-page character, balancing crisp detailing with a disciplined, unobtrusive rhythm.
The italic is not shown, but in roman text the design maintains consistent spacing and a steady baseline, supporting comfortable word shapes. The uppercase carries a slightly stately presence, while the lowercase remains practical for continuous reading.