#2CDB9E Hex Color
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Bright, saturated, and cool, this teal leans neon without tipping into harshness. #2cdb9e works best as an accent against deep charcoal or navy, where its glow reads fresh and jazzy. As a full background it can tire the eye, so use it sparingly. The hex code #2cdb9e suits wellness, tech, and eco brands that want energy with a clean edge. Black text sits clearly on it, at about 11.7:1 contrast.
Questions about #2cdb9e
What is #2cdb9e in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #2cdb9e is rgb(44, 219, 158), in HSL hsl(159, 71%, 52%) and in CMYK 80%, 0%, 28%, 14%. Browse more shades of green with names and hex codes.
Is #2cdb9e a warm or cool color?
#2cdb9e is a cool color. Its strong blue undertone pulls the green toward teal, and its high saturation gives it a crisp, clean temperature rather than the softness of warmer greens. Pair it with equally cool tones to keep that effect.
What colors pair well with #2cdb9e?
What text color should I use on #2cdb9e?
Black text reads best on #2cdb9e, with a contrast ratio of about 11.7:1, which clears WCAG AA for small body text. White text falls short of the 4.5:1 minimum, so reserve it for large decorative type only.
Is #2cdb9e readable on white or black?
#2cdb9e has a 1.78:1 contrast ratio on white and 11.73:1 on black. WCAG asks for 4.5:1 for body text and 3:1 for large text, so on white it is too faint for text and on black it works for body text. Try other pairs in the contrast checker.