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
39867F
RGB
57, 134, 127
HSL
175, 40%, 37%
HSB
175, 57%, 53%
CMYK
57, 0, 5, 47
LAB
51, -26, -4
LCH
51, 26, 188
OKLCH
0.57, 0.08, 187
XYZ
14, 19, 23
LUV
51, -32, -1
HWB
175, 22%, 47%
Pantone
7717 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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