#9BBD49 Hex Color
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#9bbd49 is a fairly saturated lime green with a bright, slightly yellow undertone and an energetic, neon-leaning presence. This hex code suggests growth and harmony, fitting nature brands, sports graphics, energy drinks, and gaming interfaces. Use it as a supporting tone or bold accent; black text reaches about a 9.8:1 contrast ratio for clear small text.
Questions about #9bbd49
What is #9bbd49 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #9bbd49 is rgb(155, 189, 73), in HSL hsl(78, 47%, 51%) and in CMYK 18%, 0%, 61%, 26%.
What colors pair well with #9bbd49?
Pair #9bbd49 with dark navy or charcoal to ground its bright yellow-green cast, then add warm cream when the palette needs a softer counterweight and less visual intensity. These combinations suit sports branding, gaming panels, and nature-led layouts.
Is #9bbd49 readable on white or black?
#9bbd49 has a 2.14:1 contrast ratio on white and 9.76:1 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.