English–German

“typical” in German

German

Pronunciation

IPA/ˈtyːpɪʃ/

Example

Diese Krankheit ist typisch für ältere Menschen.

This disease is typical of older people.

Illustration for typisch (typical)

How to say “typical” in German

“Typical” in German is typisch.

A representative trait that clearly identifies something as belonging to a known kind.

Full entry for typisch: usage tips, similar words and word origin

Example sentences with typisch

Das ist ein typisches Beispiel für Anfänger.

That is a typical example for beginners.

Tips for using typisch

  • The short exclamation "Typisch!" can express either amused recognition or criticism, depending on the context and intonation.

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