#47C42C Hex Color
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As bright as fresh-cut grass in summer sun, this green carries a yellow undertone and heavy saturation. The hex code #47c42c works best as an accent: buttons, highlights, and calls to action where you need attention. As a full background it can overwhelm, so temper it with navy or charcoal. Black text stays readable on top, passing contrast standards with room to spare. For calmer options, browse other shades of green.
Questions about #47c42c
What is #47c42c in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #47c42c is rgb(71, 196, 44), in HSL hsl(109, 63%, 47%) and in CMYK 64%, 0%, 78%, 23%.
What colors pair well with #47c42c?
Navy and charcoal calm its loudness, while plum adds unexpected depth. It also suits terracotta in garden and organic designs. Use it as the small accent in a 60/30/10 palette so it energizes without dominating.
Is #47c42c readable on white or black?
#47c42c has a 2.28:1 contrast ratio on white and 9.20:1 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.