Sans Normal Kinew 5 is a bold, normal width, low contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Conamore' by Grida, 'Epoca Pro' by Hoftype, 'Dialog' and 'Frutiger' by Linotype, 'Nusara' by Locomotype, 'SST' by Monotype, 'Neue Reman Gt' by Propertype, 'Clara Sans' by Signature Type Foundry, and 'Phoenica Std' by preussTYPE (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, branding, packaging, sportswear, sporty, dynamic, confident, modern, friendly, emphasis, motion, impact, modernity, approachability, oblique, rounded, geometric, compact, high impact.
A heavy, slanted sans with smooth, rounded contours and a largely geometric construction. Strokes remain even and solid, with broad curves and firm terminals that keep counters open and shapes readable at display sizes. Uppercase forms are compact and sturdy with circular bowls and a straightforward rhythm, while the lowercase introduces energetic, simplified shapes (single-storey a and g) that match the forward lean. Numerals follow the same bold, rounded logic, with clear silhouettes and consistent weight across the set.
Best suited for headlines, short slogans, and callouts where a strong, fast, contemporary voice is needed. It works well for branding, packaging, and sports- or tech-adjacent graphics that benefit from bold emphasis and a sense of motion, and is less ideal for long-form reading at smaller sizes due to its heavy, slanted color.
The overall tone is energetic and assertive, with a forward-leaning posture that suggests motion and momentum. Its rounded geometry keeps the voice approachable rather than severe, making it feel contemporary, sporty, and promotional.
The design appears intended to deliver a modern, high-impact italic sans for attention-grabbing typography, combining geometric roundness with a pronounced forward slant to communicate speed and confidence while staying visually friendly.
The italic angle and dense color create strong emphasis, with tight-looking interior spaces that add punch in headlines. Curved letters (C, G, O, Q) read especially smooth and cohesive, reinforcing a clean, modern rhythm across mixed-case text.