#4E9653 Hex Color
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The hex code #4e9653 is a medium, rather unsaturated green with a softened, slightly yellow undertone. Its steady lightness supports safety, harmony, and reliability without feeling vivid. Use it as a supporting brand tone for sustainability, pharmacy, finance, or gardening, pairing well with warm off-white. Black text reaches about 5.8:1 contrast, suitable for WCAG AA body text.
Questions about #4e9653
What is #4e9653 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #4e9653 is rgb(78, 150, 83), in HSL hsl(124, 32%, 45%) and in CMYK 48%, 0%, 45%, 41%.
What colors pair well with #4e9653?
#4e9653 pairs well with warm off-white, charcoal, and muted terracotta because its softened green avoids harsh contrast while retaining structure. Use it as a supporting tone beside cream surfaces, or add terracotta sparingly for a warmer editorial palette.
Is #4e9653 readable on white or black?
#4e9653 has a 3.61:1 contrast ratio on white and 5.81:1 on black. WCAG asks for 4.5:1 for body text and 3:1 for large text, so on white it works only for large text (24px, or 18.5px bold) and on black it works for body text. Try other pairs in the contrast checker.