Lateef
Lateef is an extended Arabic font from SIL International, named after the Sindhi poet Shah Abdul Lateef Bhitai and styled for Sindhi and other South Asian languages. Its Latin letters are small and play only a supporting role, so choose it for Arabic-script text first.
- Foundry
- SIL International
- Category
- serif
- Styles
- 7 weights
Font Pairings with Lateef
Fonts similar to Lateef
Lateef FAQ
Is Lateef free for commercial use?
Yes. Lateef is released under the SIL Open Font License via Google Fonts, so it's free to use in commercial projects, on websites, in apps, and in client work.
Is Lateef on Google Fonts?
Yes — Lateef is available on Google Fonts and can be added to any project with a single <link> tag or @import statement.
How do I download Lateef?
You can download Lateef for free directly from Google Fonts. Use the download button at the top of this page to grab the latest version.
What fonts pair well with Lateef?
Lateef pairs beautifully with a contrasting typeface — pair a display or heading font with a neutral body font for the strongest hierarchy. Scroll down to the "Font Pairings" section on this page for curated, ready-to-use combinations that work well with Lateef, or open any pair in the Fontpair Playground to preview it live with your own copy.
What is Lateef best used for?
Lateef is a serif typeface. It works well for editorial layouts, long-form reading, and elegant brand systems.