Sans Normal Egkay 9 is a light, normal width, low contrast, italic, short x-height font.
Keywords: ui labels, captions, branding, posters, packaging, clean, airy, modern, casual, sleek, add motion, maintain clarity, modern utility, friendly tone, monoline, rounded, open, lively, slanted.
A slanted, monoline sans with rounded construction and gently tapered joins. Curves are smooth and open, with generous internal counters in letters like O, C, and e, and a relaxed, handwritten-like rhythm created by the consistent rightward slant. Proportions feel compact vertically in the lowercase, with relatively short extenders and a small x-height impression, while capitals remain simple and geometric. Figures match the same streamlined drawing, with a plain, open “0” and softly curved “2/3,” keeping the overall texture even and uncluttered.
Works well for short-to-medium text where an understated italic voice is useful—UI labels, captions, pull quotes, and brand messaging. The open forms and even stroke help in larger blocks of text, while the slanted silhouette also suits headlines and packaging that need a modern, lightly expressive tone.
The tone is contemporary and approachable, with a light-footed, conversational feel. Its slant adds motion and informality without turning into a script, making it read as friendly and efficient rather than decorative.
Likely intended as a clean, contemporary italic sans that adds gentle dynamism to interfaces and editorial settings without relying on high contrast or ornament. The rounded geometry and open counters suggest an emphasis on clarity, neutrality, and a friendly reading experience.
Stroke endings are clean and unadorned, and the spacing appears fairly open, helping the italic texture stay legible in continuous text. The design leans on circular bowls and straightforward terminals, producing a calm, consistent color across lines.