Sans Other Abdat 9 is a very bold, normal width, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Akzidenz-Grotesk Next' by Berthold, 'Gotham' by Hoefler & Co., 'LFT Etica' by TypeTogether, 'TT Hoves Pro' and 'TT Norms Pro' by TypeType, and 'Eastman Condensed' by Zetafonts (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, packaging, kids branding, stickers, playful, chunky, friendly, quirky, cartoonish, impact, approachability, humor, handmade feel, display focus, rounded, soft corners, irregular rhythm, compact, bouncy.
A heavy, chunky sans with rounded terminals and softly squared counters. Strokes are consistently thick and low in contrast, with slightly irregular, hand-cut geometry that makes verticals and diagonals feel subtly unstable and lively. Curves are broad and inflated, and many joins are simplified into blunt, compact shapes, giving the letters a sturdy, poster-like silhouette. The overall rhythm is uneven in an intentional way, producing a bouncy texture in words and headlines.
Best suited to short, high-impact settings such as headlines, posters, packaging, and playful branding where a strong silhouette and friendly attitude are desirable. It can also work for labels, social graphics, and display copy, but its chunky rhythm is most effective at larger sizes rather than long-form reading.
The tone is upbeat and informal, with a toy-like boldness that reads as friendly and humorous rather than strict or corporate. Its slightly wonky construction adds personality and a handmade feel, making text look energetic and approachable.
The design appears aimed at delivering maximum visual punch with a warm, humorous character, combining a bold sans foundation with deliberately irregular, rounded shapes to feel handmade and approachable.
Uppercase forms are broad and emphatic, while lowercase keeps simple, single-storey shapes and round dots, reinforcing a casual voice. Numerals are stout and highly legible at large sizes, with simplified forms that favor impact over neutrality.