Sans Normal Dobab 16 is a light, normal width, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Rational' by René Bieder (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: ui text, branding, editorial, signage, presentations, clean, modern, neutral, friendly, minimal, versatility, clarity, contemporary, simplicity, readability, geometric, open apertures, rounded terminals, even rhythm, crisp.
A clean sans with predominantly geometric construction and smooth, continuous curves. Strokes appear consistently even, with rounded joins and softly finished terminals that keep edges from feeling sharp. Counters are generous and open, contributing to clear internal shapes in letters like O, e, and a. The lowercase uses a single-storey a and g, and forms maintain a steady, unbroken rhythm across the alphabet; numerals are similarly streamlined with simple, readable silhouettes.
Well-suited to interface copy, product and SaaS branding, and general-purpose editorial typography where a neutral, contemporary voice is needed. The open counters and straightforward numerals make it a solid choice for navigation, labels, and informational layouts, and it can also work for wayfinding or signage at moderate sizes.
The overall tone is modern and understated, aiming for clarity rather than personality-forward display. Its soft geometry and open forms lend a calm, approachable feel that stays professional and unobtrusive in longer text.
The design appears intended as a versatile, everyday sans that prioritizes clarity, consistency, and a modern geometric flavor. It balances straightforward construction with gentle rounding to stay readable and welcoming across a range of common applications.
Round letters read very circular and balanced, while straight-sided forms (H, N, E) keep a crisp, engineered feel. Diagonals (V, W, Y) are clean and simple, and punctuation in the sample text sits comfortably without calling attention to itself.