Sans Normal Kymal 5 is a very bold, normal width, low contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'EF Diamanti Condensed' by Elsner+Flake, 'Moveo Sans' by Green Type, 'ITC Officina Sans' by ITC, 'Generis Sans' by Linotype, 'Kyrial Sans Pro' by Mostardesign, 'PT Sans Pro' by ParaType, and 'PF Square Sans Condensed Pro' by Parachute (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, sports branding, packaging, signage, sporty, bold, dynamic, friendly, modern, impact, motion, approachability, modernity, rounded, compact, slanted, heavy, soft corners.
A heavy, slanted sans with rounded terminals and generously curved joins that keep the dense weight feeling smooth rather than rigid. Letterforms are built on broad, simple shapes with minimal contrast and a consistent stroke presence, producing an even, blocky color in text. Counters are moderately open for the weight, and several forms lean toward compact, slightly squarish curves (notably in rounded letters and numerals), giving the set a sturdy, engineered rhythm. The italic angle is pronounced and consistent, with clean, unembellished construction and no visible serifing.
Best suited to headlines, posters, and branding where a bold, fast-moving impression is desirable. It works well for sports and active-lifestyle identity systems, energetic packaging, and short, emphatic UI or signage moments where the strong slant and heavy strokes can carry the message.
The overall tone is energetic and assertive, with a sporty, forward-leaning stance. Rounded corners and soft curves temper the heaviness, creating a confident but approachable voice that feels contemporary and action-oriented rather than formal.
The design appears intended to deliver maximum impact with a streamlined, contemporary sans structure, combining a strong italic lean with rounded shaping to project speed, confidence, and friendliness in display-driven settings.
In the sample text, the dense strokes and strong slant create high impact at display sizes, while the tight interior spaces typical of this weight suggest careful sizing and spacing choices will matter in longer passages. Numerals share the same compact, rounded geometry, maintaining a cohesive, headline-ready texture.