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Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#4EBC59 — Emerald
#4EBC59 is a mid-tone moderately saturated green sitting at 126° 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 #4EBC59
- f4fbf5
- d2eed5
- b0e1b5
- 8ed495
- 6cc775
- 4aba55
- 3b9b44
- 2e7935
- 215726
- 143517
- 071208
Color schemes using #4EBC59
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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#4EBC59 FAQ
What color is #4EBC59?
#4EBC59 is a shade of emerald in the green family. It has a hue of 126 degrees, 45% saturation and 52% lightness, which makes it a mid-tone muted color.
What is the RGB value of #4EBC59?
#4EBC59 is rgb(78, 188, 89) in RGB, hsl(126, 45%, 52%) in HSL, and cmyk(59%, 0%, 53%, 26%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #4EBC59?
White text on this background reaches 2.42:1, which fails WCAG AA. Black text reaches 8.66:1.
What colors go well with #4EBC59?
Its direct complement is #BC4EB1. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #904EBC and #BC4E7A gives you contrast without the vibration.