#4EA38C Hex Color
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#4ea38c is a muted, cool teal with a green undertone and moderate lightness. Its restrained saturation gives interfaces a clear, composed feel without looking sterile. The hex code #4ea38c suits wellness, healthcare, and technology branding, especially as a supporting tone beside navy or warm cream. Black text reaches about 6.9:1 contrast here, supporting readable body copy.
Questions about #4ea38c
What is #4ea38c in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #4ea38c is rgb(78, 163, 140), in HSL hsl(164, 35%, 47%) and in CMYK 52%, 0%, 14%, 36%.
Is #4ea38c warm or cool?
#4ea38c reads as a cool teal because its green-blue hue and restrained saturation create a fresh, composed appearance rather than a yellowed or earthy one in most digital palettes and interface contexts.
What colors pair well with #4ea38c?
#4ea38c pairs well with dark navy for dependable contrast, warm cream for softer layouts, and burgundy for a restrained accent that adds depth without making the palette feel busy overall.
Does #4ea38c work with black text?
#4ea38c supports black body text at about a 6.9:1 contrast ratio, which exceeds the WCAG AA 4.5:1 threshold for normal-sized text and makes it practical for readable interface content.
Is #4ea38c readable on white or black?
#4ea38c has a 3.02:1 contrast ratio on white and 6.94:1 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.