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
46A89F
RGB
70, 168, 159
HSL
174, 41%, 47%
HSB
174, 58%, 66%
CMYK
58, 0, 5, 34
LAB
63, -32, -4
LCH
63, 32, 188
OKLCH
0.67, 0.09, 187
XYZ
23, 32, 38
LUV
63, -40, -1
HWB
174, 27%, 34%
Pantone
7717 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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