Dictionary monolingual
English
Type
taɪp
Extremely common
300 - 400
300 - 400
The word frequency and importance index indicates how often a word appears in a given language. The smaller the number, the more frequently the word is used. The most frequently used words typically range from about 1 to 4000. This importance index helps you focus on the most useful words during your language learning process.
The word frequency and importance index indicates how often a word appears in a given language. The smaller the number, the more frequently the word is used. The most frequently used words typically range from about 1 to 4000. This importance index helps you focus on the most useful words during your language learning process.
Type -
Category or class of things sharing common characteristics
Example: She prefers a specific type of music.
Usage: neutralContext: everyday conversations
Note: Used to classify or categorize things based on similarities.
Symbol on a keyboard or typewriter
Example: Press the 'Enter' key on the keyboard.
Usage: neutralContext: technology-related discussions
Note: Refers to a specific key on a keyboard or typewriter.
Person's characteristics or qualities
Example: He is not the type to give up easily.
Usage: neutralContext: describing personalities
Note: Refers to someone's nature or behavior.
Type's synonyms
kind
Kind is used to refer to a category or type of something.
Example: What kind of music do you like?
Note: Kind is often used to ask about preferences or to categorize things.
category
Category refers to a group or class that shares similar characteristics.
Example: Please select a category for your blog post.
Note: Category is commonly used in organizing or classifying things.
sort
Sort is used to describe a particular type or kind of person or thing.
Example: He's not the sort of person who would lie.
Note: Sort can imply a specific characteristic or quality.
variety
Variety refers to a diverse assortment of different types or kinds.
Example: There is a variety of fruits available at the market.
Note: Variety emphasizes diversity and range.
Type expressions, common phrases
Type up
To write something on a computer or typewriter.
Example: I need to type up this report before the meeting.
Note: The original word 'type' refers to the action of pressing keys on a keyboard or typewriter to write text.
Type in
To enter information by typing on a computer or device.
Example: Please type in your username and password to log in.
Note: While 'type' refers to the action of typing, 'type in' specifically indicates entering information into a system or device.
Typecast
To consistently assign a particular kind of role to an actor based on their appearance or previous roles.
Example: She has been typecast as the villain in most of her movies.
Note: In this context, 'typecast' extends beyond the literal meaning of 'type' to imply categorizing or labeling someone based on stereotypes or preconceived notions.
Type away
To type continuously and energetically.
Example: He was typing away on his laptop all night to finish the project.
Note: While 'type' refers to the general action of typing, 'type away' emphasizes the continuous and focused nature of typing.
Type out
To write or produce something by typing it.
Example: I'll type out the instructions so everyone can read them clearly.
Note: Similar to 'type up,' 'type out' emphasizes the act of creating written content through typing.
Typecast someone as
To consistently assign a specific kind of role to someone based on their perceived characteristics or previous roles.
Example: She's often typecast as the bubbly best friend in romantic comedies.
Note: This phrase specifically indicates the categorization of a person into a certain role or character type based on societal perceptions or industry norms.
Type into
To input information into a computer or device by typing.
Example: He typed into the search bar and found the information he needed.
Note: Similar to 'type in,' this phrase emphasizes the action of inputting data into a system or device through typing.
Type everyday (slang) expressions
Type of
Refers to a particular kind or example of something.
Example: She's the type of person who always speaks her mind.
Note: This slang term emphasizes a specific example or characteristic of a person or thing.
All types of
Refers to various kinds or varieties of something.
Example: There were all types of snacks at the party.
Note: This slang term highlights a wide range or variety of things.
Typical
Refers to something that is characteristic or expected.
Example: It's typical of him to arrive late.
Note: This slang term is a more casual way to describe a common behavior or situation.
Type - Examples
Type your name into the box.
This is not my type of music.
She has a very unique personality type.
Type grammar
Type - Noun (Noun) / Noun, singular or mass (Noun, singular or mass)
Lemma: type
Conjugations
Noun, plural (Noun, plural): types, type
Noun, singular or mass (Noun, singular or mass): type
Verb, past tense (Verb, past tense): typed
Verb, gerund or present participle (Verb, gerund or present participle): typing
Verb, 3rd person singular present (Verb, 3rd person singular present): types
Verb, base form (Verb, base form): type
Verb, non-3rd person singular present (Verb, non-3rd person singular present): type
Syllables, Separation and Stress
type Contains 1 syllables: type
Phonetic transcription: ˈtīp
type , ˈtīp (The red syllable is stressed)
Type - Importance and usage frequency
The word frequency and importance index indicates how often a word appears in a given language. The smaller the number, the more frequently the word is used. The most frequently used words typically range from about 1 to 4000.
type: 300 - 400 (Extremely common).
This importance index helps you focus on the most useful words during your language learning process.
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