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
51938C
RGB
81, 147, 140
HSL
174, 29%, 45%
HSB
174, 45%, 58%
CMYK
45, 0, 5, 42
LAB
56, -23, -3
LCH
56, 24, 188
OKLCH
0.62, 0.07, 187
XYZ
19, 25, 29
LUV
56, -30, -1
HWB
174, 32%, 42%
Pantone
7717 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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