typographic design

[taɪ.pəˈɡræf.ɪk dɪˈzaɪn]
nounpl: typographic designs
design tipográfico
1. The art and technique of arranging type and typefaces to make written language legible, readable, and visually appealing
The typographic design of the book cover uses bold serif fonts to convey authority and tradition.
O design tipográfico da capa do livro usa fontes serif em negrito para transmitir autoridade e tradição.
2. The strategic selection and arrangement of fonts, spacing, size, color, and hierarchy in visual communication materials
Modern typographic design emphasizes minimalism and clarity in digital interfaces.
O design tipográfico moderno enfatiza minimalismo e clareza em interfaces digitais.
3. A specialized field within graphic design focused on the visual presentation of text as a communicative element
She studied typographic design to improve her skills as a branding specialist.
Ela estudou design tipográfico para melhorar suas habilidades como especialista em branding.
Typographic design is a highly valued discipline in both Brazilian and American design industries. In Brazil, it gained prominence with the modernist movement and continues to be central to advertising, branding, and digital design. The term is used professionally in design schools and creative agencies across Portuguese-speaking countries, reflecting the influence of international design practices.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
typographytype designfont designlettering designtypeface arrangement

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
design tipográfico
Standard term used throughout Brazil in design and advertising contexts
São Paulo
design tipográfico
Primary term used in the major design and creative hub
Portugal
design tipográfico
Equivalent term used in Portuguese design industry, sometimes shortened to 'tipografia'

Related Words

kerningleadingtypographytypefacefontgraphic designlayoutvisual hierarchy

Related Idioms & Phrases

the art of typography
type speaks volumes
form follows function in typography
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