repräsentativ
Translation
representative, typical, prestigious
Examples
Die Umfrage ist repräsentativ für die Bevölkerung.
The survey is representative of the population.
Er wohnt in einem repräsentativen Haus.
He lives in a prestigious house.
Grammar Patterns
((für+4)) ... sein to be representative of sth. The study is representative of young people.
Similar Words
Synonyms: typisch (typical), charakteristisch (characteristic); Antonyms: untypisch (untypical), atypisch (atypical)
Etymology
From Latin 'repraesentare' (to present, show). Cognate with English 'representative'.
Memory Tips
Think of a political 'representative' who is chosen to be 'representative' of their constituents' views.