Sans Normal Delav 5 is a regular weight, narrow, monoline, upright, short x-height font.
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This typeface is a monoline sans with a geometric backbone and softly rounded construction. Strokes stay even throughout, with circular and near-circular bowls, smooth joins, and minimal modulation. Proportions are compact: capitals feel relatively tall and tidy while lowercase counters stay open, helping letters like a, e, and g read clearly despite the narrow overall footprint. Curves are generous and consistent (notably in C, G, O, and Q), and terminals tend toward clean, simple finishes without sharp flaring or ornament. Figures match the letterforms’ restraint, with rounded shapes and straightforward, legible silhouettes.
It works well for interface labels, navigation, and product UI where a compact sans with clear counters is helpful. The rounded geometry also suits contemporary branding, packaging, and signage, and it can hold its own in headings or short editorial callouts when a clean, modern voice is desired.
The overall tone is contemporary and approachable, balancing technical cleanliness with friendly roundness. It feels understated and utilitarian rather than expressive, giving text a calm, orderly presence that can also read as lightly playful in larger sizes.
The design appears aimed at a versatile, modern sans that prioritizes clarity and consistency through geometric, monoline drawing. Its compact proportions and open counters suggest an intention to perform reliably in practical settings while maintaining a warm, approachable character.
Spacing and rhythm appear even, with a steady cadence in running text. The design leans on simple geometry for recognition, producing a cohesive look across capitals, lowercase, and numerals that suits both display lines and short blocks of copy.