Markazi Text
Google Fonts · Borna Izadpanah · 2015
A classical, text-optimised Arabic and Latin serif built for comfortable reading at small sizes.
About
Markazi Text prioritises legibility in continuous text across both Arabic and Latin scripts, making it a dependable choice for bilingual publications, academic documents, and long-form digital content. Its modest contrast and well-considered spacing keep it readable on screen without sacrificing typographic character. This is a reliable workhorse for multilingual editorial work.
Classification
Markazi Text is a refined text-optimised typeface designed for Arabic and Latin body copy, drawing on classical Arabic type conventions with modest stroke contrast suited to sustained reading. Its Latin companion is clean and unobtrusive.