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Type

🇬🇧 UK /["/taɪp/"]/ 🇺🇸 US /["/taɪp/"]/

Meaning of Type

a class or group of people or things that share particular qualities or features and are part of a larger group; a kind or sort

In simple words: a kind or sort of something

Type in a sentence

• What type of music do you like?
• This type of tree is found in many countries.
• You can type your name in the box.
• The type of dress she wore was elegant.
• Make sure you type your email correctly.

How to use Type

Use 'type' to refer to categories or examples. It's suitable for most situations but avoid using it in very formal writing where more specific words could be better.

Grammar pattern

type + of + noun

Memory hint

Think of different 'types' of fruit - apples, oranges, and bananas.

Related words

Collocations with Type

• distinct
• distinctive
• specific
• distinguish
• identify
• recognize
• in type
• of a type
• type of
• of its type
• a range of types
• a variety of types
• adventurous
• athletic
• sporty
• true to type
• (not) your type
• bold
• boldface
• italic
• print something in
• set something in
• use
• in… type

Synonyms for Type

• kind
• sort
• category
• class
• variety

Opposites of Type

• none

Common mistakes with Type

• Confusing 'type' with 'typewriter', which has a different meaning.
• Using 'types' incorrectly for non-count nouns.
• Omitting the preposition 'of' after 'type' when necessary.

Frequently asked questions about Type

What does Type mean?

a kind or sort of something

What is the definition of Type?

a class or group of people or things that share particular qualities or features and are part of a larger group; a kind or sort

How do you use Type in a sentence?

What type of music do you like?

Can you give another example of Type?

This type of tree is found in many countries.

What are synonyms for Type?

Common alternatives include kind, sort, category, class, variety.

What is the opposite of Type?

Opposite meanings include none.

What words go with Type?

It commonly pairs with distinct, distinctive, specific, distinguish, identify, recognize, in type, of a type, type of, of its type, a range of types, a variety of types, adventurous, athletic, sporty, true to type, (not) your type, bold, boldface, italic, print something in, set something in, use, in… type.

What are common mistakes when using Type?

Confusing 'type' with 'typewriter', which has a different meaning. Using 'types' incorrectly for non-count nouns. Omitting the preposition 'of' after 'type' when necessary.

How do you pronounce Type?

US: /["/taɪp/"]/, UK: /["/taɪp/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Type?

Use 'type' to refer to categories or examples. It's suitable for most situations but avoid using it in very formal writing where more specific words could be better.

What CEFR level is Type?

"Type" is at A1 level on the CEFR scale.