#47B980 Hex Color
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#47b980 is a vivid, mid-tone green that balances saturation with moderate lightness. Because it lacks harsh yellow undertones, it feels organic and stable rather than acidic. This hex code works well as a primary brand color for sustainability or finance projects. Pair it with dark charcoal for high-contrast accessibility, as it reads clearly with black text. Use it as a supporting accent to ground busier layouts.
Questions about #47b980
What is #47b980 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #47b980 is rgb(71, 185, 128), in HSL hsl(150, 45%, 50%) and in CMYK 62%, 0%, 31%, 27%.
What design projects suit the tone of #47b980?
The balanced, organic nature of #47b980 makes it ideal for branding within the financial, environmental, or wellness sectors. It conveys stability and growth without appearing overly acidic or harsh, allowing it to function as a primary brand color or a supportive accent.
Is #47b980 readable on white or black?
#47b980 has a 2.46:1 contrast ratio on white and 8.51:1 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.