typical
Translation
typical, characteristic, representative
Examples
This is a typical example of his work.
This is a typical example of his work.
It was typical of him to be late.
It was typical of him to be late.
Grammar Patterns
a typical ((noun)) being characteristic of a particular type of person or thing This is a typical example of his work.
typical of ((sb./sth.)) showing the common qualities of a particular person or thing It was typical of him to be late.
Similar Words
Synonyms: characteristic, representative, usual; Antonyms: atypical, unusual
Etymology
From Greek 'typos' (mark, impression, type), with the adjective-forming suffix '-al'.
Memory Tips
Think of a 'type' of person or thing; 'typical' describes what is common for that type.