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典型 — pronunciations, definitions, and tags
HanziPinyinEnglishTags
典型diǎnxíngmodelHSK 6, n, rank #3861, Medium
典型diǎnxíngtypical caseHSK 6, n, rank #3861, Medium
典型diǎnxíngarchetypeHSK 6, n, rank #3861, Medium
典型diǎnxíngtypicalHSK 6, n, rank #3861, Medium
典型diǎnxíngrepresentativeHSK 6, n, rank #3861, Medium
diǎnxíng(dian3xing2) T3
  1. 1model
  2. 2typical case
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March 24, 2026
典型diǎnxíng(dian3xing2)

典型 refers to a model or archetype that exemplifies certain characteristics or traits. It is commonly used to describe something that is representative of a particular category or serves as a standard for comparison in various contexts, such as literature, sociology, or everyday situations.

Frequency#3861DifficultyMedium
Cultural Note

In Chinese culture, the concept of 典型 can often relate to collectivist values, where certain traits or behaviors are idealized in a typical member of a community or society.

Memory Tip

Think of 典型 as a 'dynamo' (sounds like 'dian') that powers the 'typical' (sounds like 'xing') examples in a category, illuminating what makes them stand out as models.

Meanings of 典型

diǎnxíng(dian3xing2)
1model
2typical case
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About 典型

典型Simplified
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名形词xíngróngcíadj-noun (adj.-n.)Part of Speech
#3861Frequency Rank
HSK 2.0L6HSK 3.0L6IntermediateTOCFLL4HSKKL2CEFRB1

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AI Study Notes for 典型

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典范 (diànfàn) - use 典型 when emphasizing a representative example, while 典范 suggests a model to be emulated.

Memory Mnemonic

Think of 典型 as a 'dynamo' (sounds like 'dian') that powers the 'typical' (sounds like 'xing') examples in a category, illuminating what makes them stand out as models.

Usage Notes

Be cautious not to confuse 典型 with similar words like 模式 (móshì), which means 'pattern.' 典型 is often used in formal contexts, especially in academic or analytical discussions, so it's important to use it appropriately.

HSK Study Tips

As an HSK 6 word, 典型 connects with other advanced vocabulary that describes characteristics and qualities. Students should focus on using it in contexts where they describe examples or comparisons.

Cultural Note

In Chinese culture, the concept of 典型 can often relate to collectivist values, where certain traits or behaviors are idealized in a typical member of a community or society.

Common Mistakes

Learners often confuse 典型 with 典礼 (diǎnlǐ), which means 'ceremony.' Remember, 典型 focuses on 'typical cases' rather than events. For example, saying '这是一个典礼的例子' (This is an example of a ceremony) is incorrect; it should be '这是一个典型的例子' (This is a typical example).

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Component Characters

典diǎncanon
HSK 58 strokes八
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型xíngmodel
HSK 49 strokes土
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Grammar Patterns of 典型

典型 functions as a noun — it names a person, place, thing, or concept. Place it as a subject before the verb (主+谓) or as an object after the verb (谓+宾). Most Chinese nouns require a measure word between the number and the noun (e.g. 一个/三本). It carries 5 related meanings, each with its own usage notes below. The example sentences below show it in action, with practice buttons (Listen, Practice Writing, Practice Speaking) on every line.

Exercise 1 of 4

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他是伊娃最深恶痛绝的那种人中的____。

He was the quintessence of all that Eva most deeply loathed.

Example Sentences for 典型 (10)

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他是伊娃最深恶痛绝的那种人中的典型。

tā shì yī wá zuì shēn è tòng jué de nà zhǒng rén zhōng de diǎn xíng。

He was the quintessence of all that Eva most deeply loathed.
2
这所房子是典型的中世纪民居。

zhè suǒ fáng zǐ shì diǎn xíng de zhōng shì jì mín jū。

The house is a textbook example of medieval domestic architecture.
3
大家都视他为典型的纽约人。

dà jiā dū shì tā wéi diǎn xíng de niǔ yuē rén。

Everybody thinks of him as the quintessential New Yorker.
4
管事者专横霸道，典型的小地方人。

guǎn shì zhě zhuān héng bà dào， ， diǎn xíng de xiǎo dì fāng。

The guy in charge was the typical smalltown tyrant.
5
汗水顺着她那张典型的德国人的脸往下淌。

hàn shuǐ shùn zháo tā nà zhāng diǎn xíng de dé guó rén de liǎn wǎng xià tǎng。

There was sweat pouring over her Teutonic face.
6
菲利普在地板上踱来踱去，一副典型的神经紧张的准爸爸形象。

fēi lì pǔ zài dì bǎn shàng duó lái duó qù， ， yī fù diǎn xíng de shén jīng jǐn zhāng de zhǔn bà bà xíng。

Philip paced the floor, a typically nervous expectant father.
7
华盛顿看上去是个典型的体魄强健、崇尚运动的人。

huá shèng dùn kàn shàng qù shì gè diǎn xíng de tǐ pò qiáng jiàn、 、 chóng shàng yùn dòng de。

Washington looks like a poster boy for strength and athleticism.
8
最典型的例子是梅西百货，它曾经是加利福尼亚无可争辩的零售巨头。

zuì diǎn xíng de lì zǐ shì méi xī bǎi huò， ， tā zēng jīng shì jiā lì fú ní yà wú kě zhēng biàn de líng shòu jù。

The prime example is Macy's, once the undisputed king of California retailers.
9
胃腺是典型的单分枝管状腺.

wèi xiàn shì diǎn xíng de dān fēn zhī guǎn zhuàng xiàn.

The glands of the stomach are typical simple branched tubular glands.
10
温州商会正是这一题域的典型对象.

wēn zhōu shāng huì zhèng shì zhè yī tí yù de diǎn xíng duì xiàng.

Wenzhou Chamber of Commerce is a typical case in this realm.

Cultural Notes for 典型

🏮Cultural insight

In Chinese culture, the concept of 典型 can often relate to collectivist values, where certain traits or behaviors are idealized in a typical member of a community or society.

Frequently Asked Questions about 典型

You might say, '他是一个典型的学生,' meaning 'He is a typical student.'