#55A52B Hex Color
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#55a52b is a loud, saturated lime that demands immediate attention. Due to its intensity, it works best as a small accent or call to action rather than a large background. It pairs well with black, which maintains a strong 6.8:1 contrast ratio for readable text. Designers often use this hex code to inject energy into sports branding or gaming interfaces.
Questions about #55a52b
What is #55a52b in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #55a52b is rgb(85, 165, 43), in HSL hsl(99, 59%, 41%) and in CMYK 48%, 0%, 74%, 35%.
What colors complement the intensity of #55a52b?
You should pair #55a52b with high-contrast neutrals like charcoal or deep black to ground the color and improve legibility. For a more adventurous palette, use deep purple or navy tones to balance the lime's natural acidity and visual brightness.
Is #55a52b readable on white or black?
#55a52b has a 3.08:1 contrast ratio on white and 6.80:1 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.