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Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#2E9440 — Forest Green
#2E9440 is a mid-tone moderately saturated green sitting at 131° on the color wheel. Below you will find every format, a full tint and shade ramp, contrast ratings, and five harmony schemes built around it.
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Tints and shades of #2E9440
- f3fbf5
- cff0d5
- ace5b6
- 88da97
- 64cf77
- 40c458
- 32a347
- 277f37
- 1c5b28
- 113718
- 061408
Color schemes using #2E9440
complementary
Two opposite hues that create the strongest possible contrast and visual tension.
split complementary
A base hue paired with the two neighbours of its complement — bold but easier to balance.
triadic
Three hues spaced evenly around the wheel for a vibrant, well-balanced scheme.
tetradic
Two complementary pairs, giving you the widest range of usable accents.
monochromatic
A single hue explored across lightness and saturation for a refined, minimal look.
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#2E9440 FAQ
What color is #2E9440?
#2E9440 is a shade of forest green in the green family. It has a hue of 131 degrees, 53% saturation and 38% lightness, which makes it a mid-tone muted color.
What is the RGB value of #2E9440?
#2E9440 is rgb(46, 148, 64) in RGB, hsl(131, 53%, 38%) in HSL, and cmyk(69%, 0%, 57%, 42%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #2E9440?
White text on this background reaches 3.87:1, which passes for large text only under WCAG AA. Black text reaches 5.43:1.
What colors go well with #2E9440?
Its direct complement is #942E81. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #742E94 and #942E4E gives you contrast without the vibration.