Rationale font pairings
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Rationale is a free sans serif typeface designed by Cyreal, added to Google Fonts in 2011.
It comes in 1 weight.
It is the #1,186 most popular Latin font family on Google Fonts.
Rationale has a limited set of weights, so it is best used for headings or short text alongside a more extensive family.
Fonts that pair well with Rationale
Typography sets the tone before a single word is read. A good pairing feels like one voice.
A modern twist on the classic: Rationale keeps headings crisp and contemporary, while EB Garamond's serifs guide the eye along longer lines of text.
Typography sets the tone before a single word is read. A good pairing feels like one voice.
A modern twist on the classic: Rationale keeps headings crisp and contemporary, while IBM Plex Serif's serifs guide the eye along longer lines of text.
Typography sets the tone before a single word is read. A good pairing feels like one voice.
A modern twist on the classic: Rationale keeps headings crisp and contemporary, while Source Serif 4's serifs guide the eye along longer lines of text.
Typography sets the tone before a single word is read. A good pairing feels like one voice.
Two sans serifs can work when they differ in structure: Rationale carries the headings, Google Sans handles text, and hierarchy comes from weight and size.
Typography sets the tone before a single word is read. A good pairing feels like one voice.
Two sans serifs can work when they differ in structure: Rationale carries the headings, Montserrat handles text, and hierarchy comes from weight and size.
Typography sets the tone before a single word is read. A good pairing feels like one voice.
Two sans serifs can work when they differ in structure: Rationale carries the headings, Inter handles text, and hierarchy comes from weight and size.
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How to use Rationale on your website
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Frequently asked questions
Is Rationale free for commercial use?
Yes. Rationale is distributed through Google Fonts under an open-source licence, so you can use it for free in personal and commercial projects, including websites, apps, logos and print.
What fonts go well with Rationale?
Good matches for Rationale include EB Garamond, IBM Plex Serif, Source Serif 4 and Google Sans. Each of these offers enough contrast to create clear hierarchy while keeping a consistent feel.
Is Rationale a variable font?
No. Rationale is available as 1 static weight.
Who designed Rationale?
Rationale was designed by Cyreal.