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
77BD99
RGB
119, 189, 153
HSL
149, 35%, 60%
HSB
149, 37%, 74%
CMYK
37, 0, 19, 26
LAB
71, -29, 11
LCH
71, 31, 159
OKLCH
0.74, 0.09, 161
XYZ
32, 43, 37
LUV
71, -34, 21
HWB
149, 47%, 26%
Pantone
5523 C
Harmonies
Shades & tints
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