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IPA/ʁəpʁezɑ̃tatif/
C'est un exemple représentatif.
This is a representative example.
Son comportement est représentatif du groupe.
His behavior is representative of the group.
A single example that stands for a wider group because it shows its typical features.
modèle représentatif
representative model
échantillon représentatif
representative sample
typique: Clearly illustrating the usual features of a type or circumstance.
normal: Within the average range and not especially unusual.
ordinaire: Commonplace in everyday life and lacking distinction.
courant: Happening often or seen in many cases.
Qui sert de modèle ou d'exemple typique pour représenter un ensemble.
Représentatif comes from représenter, which derives from Latin repraesentare, with the adjective suffix -atif expressing a relation or function.