Sans Normal Kabuh 11 is a bold, normal width, low contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Nicky Sans' by Digitype Studio and 'FF Mark' and 'FF Mark Paneuropean' by FontFont (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, branding, posters, packaging, sports graphics, sporty, dynamic, modern, confident, friendly, impact, motion, modernity, clarity, approachability, oblique, geometric, rounded, compact, energetic.
A heavy, oblique sans with smooth, rounded curves and straightforward, geometric construction. Strokes are consistently thick with minimal modulation, creating strong color and even texture. Counters are relatively open for a bold style, while joins and terminals stay clean and slightly softened rather than sharply cut. The slant is pronounced and consistent across capitals, lowercase, and numerals, producing a forward-leaning rhythm that feels compact and purposeful.
Best suited to short, high-impact copy such as headlines, brand marks, promotions, and poster typography where the oblique stance can convey motion. It can also work for packaging callouts or digital hero text, especially when a strong, modern presence is needed without ornate detail.
The overall tone is energetic and assertive, with a contemporary, sporty momentum driven by the strong slant and solid weight. Rounded forms keep it approachable rather than aggressive, balancing impact with a friendly, upbeat feel.
The design appears intended to deliver bold, modern emphasis with a sense of speed and forward motion, while keeping shapes simple and rounded for broad, contemporary usability. Its consistent stroke weight and clean geometry prioritize clarity and punch over nuance.
Uppercase shapes read broad and stable, while lowercase forms maintain simple, high-legibility silhouettes at display sizes. Numerals are similarly robust and oblique, matching the letterforms’ compact, forward-leaning stance in running text.