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
497775
RGB
73, 119, 117
HSL
177, 24%, 38%
HSB
177, 39%, 47%
CMYK
39, 0, 2, 53
LAB
47, -17, -4
LCH
47, 17, 194
OKLCH
0.54, 0.05, 192
XYZ
13, 16, 19
LUV
47, -21, -3
HWB
177, 29%, 53%
Pantone
7717 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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