Sans Normal Ehlav 5 is a very light, normal width, low contrast, italic, short x-height font.
Keywords: ui labels, captions, branding, posters, quotes, airy, modern, friendly, casual, clean, modernization, softness, informality, clarity, monoline, rounded, slanted, open apertures, generous spacing.
A monoline sans with a consistent rightward slant and softly rounded terminals. Curves are drawn with a smooth, circular logic, while straight strokes stay thin and steady, creating an even, delicate rhythm. Proportions feel compact in the lowercase with a relatively small body height, and the overall color is light with ample internal counters and comfortable sidebearings. Numerals and capitals keep the same gentle, rounded construction, giving the set a cohesive, understated texture in text.
Works well for interface accents, short labels, and captions where a light, unobtrusive voice is desired. It also suits modern branding, editorial pull quotes, and poster headlines when set with generous size and spacing to preserve its fine strokes.
The tone is light, approachable, and contemporary, with a handwritten ease that remains controlled rather than expressive. Its slanted posture adds a sense of motion and informality, while the clean geometry keeps it calm and tidy.
Likely designed to provide a clean, contemporary italic sans that feels friendly and quick, combining geometric roundness with a restrained, minimal finish for versatile display and light text use.
Round letters like O, C, and Q read as smooth and open, and the punctuation and dots appear small and restrained, supporting the font’s delicate overall presence. The wide, open shapes and consistent stroke endings help maintain clarity despite the thin line weight.