Sans Normal Dabih 1 is a regular weight, narrow, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Gotham' by Hoefler & Co., 'Prelo Condensed' by Monotype, 'Akwe Pro' by ROHH, 'Matahari Sans' and 'Radiate Sans' by Studio Sun, and 'Eastman Condensed' by Zetafonts (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: ui text, body text, editorial, forms, signage, clean, modern, neutral, functional, calm, utility, legibility, neutrality, versatility, monoline, open apertures, rounded bowls, compact, crisp.
A compact, monoline sans with straightforward geometry and rounded bowls. Strokes stay even and clean, with minimal modulation and crisp terminals. Proportions feel tight without becoming condensed to the point of distortion, and counters remain open for clarity. The lowercase shows a single-storey “a” and “g,” a simple, readable “e,” and generally unembellished construction across the set. Numerals follow the same plain, utilitarian drawing with consistent stroke weight and clear silhouettes.
This font suits interface copy, forms, and instructional text where clean shapes and consistent rhythm help scanning. It also works well for general-purpose editorial and short-to-medium body text, as well as straightforward signage and labels that benefit from simple, legible letterforms.
The overall tone is neutral and contemporary, prioritizing clarity over personality. It reads as practical and restrained, with a calm, no-nonsense voice that doesn’t call attention to itself.
The design appears intended as a dependable everyday sans: compact, uncluttered, and optimized for clear reading in continuous text. Its restrained construction suggests a focus on versatility across screens and print rather than display-driven expression.
Round letters like O/C/G/Q appear smoothly drawn with balanced internal space, while straight-sided forms (E/F/H/I/L/T) keep a disciplined, orderly rhythm. Spacing in the sample text looks even and stable, supporting continuous reading without visual chatter.