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
51AB8E
RGB
81, 171, 142
HSL
161, 36%, 49%
HSB
161, 53%, 67%
CMYK
53, 0, 17, 33
LAB
64, -34, 6
LCH
64, 34, 169
OKLCH
0.68, 0.10, 170
XYZ
23, 33, 31
LUV
64, -39, 15
HWB
161, 32%, 33%
Pantone
7717 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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