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
4E896E
RGB
78, 137, 110
HSL
153, 27%, 42%
HSB
153, 43%, 54%
CMYK
43, 0, 20, 46
LAB
52, -25, 8
LCH
52, 26, 162
OKLCH
0.58, 0.08, 163
XYZ
15, 21, 18
LUV
52, -27, 15
HWB
153, 31%, 46%
Pantone
7717 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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