Psychology
Cyan reads as cool, clean, and slightly clinical — the color of clear water, ice, and sterile environments. Calming without the gravity of deep blue.
Meaning
Associated with technology, communication, and freshness. It's one of the four process inks, indirectly tying it to printing, screens, and infrastructure visuals.
Applications
Strong choice for tech, healthcare, and wellness products. Use bright cyan sparingly — it can overpower neighboring hues.
Conversion
HEX
209C7D
RGB
32, 156, 125
HSL
165, 66%, 37%
HSB
165, 79%, 61%
CMYK
79, 0, 20, 39
LAB
57, -40, 6
LCH
57, 40, 171
OKLCH
0.62, 0.11, 171
XYZ
16, 26, 23
LUV
57, -45, 16
HWB
165, 13%, 39%
Pantone
7717 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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