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
779886
RGB
119, 152, 134
HSL
147, 14%, 53%
HSB
147, 22%, 60%
CMYK
22, 0, 12, 40
LAB
60, -15, 6
LCH
60, 16, 159
OKLCH
0.65, 0.05, 161
XYZ
23, 28, 27
LUV
60, -17, 10
HWB
147, 47%, 40%
Pantone
5523 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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