Paragraph body

Paragraph body styles are predefined combinations of typography variables for longer reading content, making text easier to apply consistently.

When to use paragraph body

Paragraph body styles are used for reading content such as paragraphs, supporting explanations, and longer descriptive text where clarity and reading comfort matter most.

Style namePreviewWhen to useSGDS tailwind token
Body large semibold

Body large semibold

Emphasised body copy, lead paragraphs, and important supporting text.

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Body large regular

Body large regular

Introductory reading text or body copy that benefits from a larger size.

sgds:text-body-lgsgds:font-regularsgds:leading-mdsgds:tracking-normal
Body medium semibold

Body medium semibold

Emphasised phrases or key body text within standard content.

sgds:text-body-mdsgds:font-semiboldsgds:leading-xssgds:tracking-normal
Body medium regular
Default

Body medium regular

Default body style for paragraphs, descriptions, and reading content.

sgds:text-body-mdsgds:font-regularsgds:leading-xssgds:tracking-normal
Body small semibold

Body small semibold

Emphasised secondary text where space is limited.

sgds:text-body-smsgds:font-semiboldsgds:leading-2-xssgds:tracking-normal
Body small regular

Body small regular

Secondary descriptions, helper text, and compact reading content.

sgds:text-body-smsgds:font-regularsgds:leading-2-xssgds:tracking-normal

Singapore Government Design System

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