NOUN

derTyp/tyːp/type; guy; character

Typ is a German noun that means type, guy, or character. It is pronounced /tyːp/.

Definitions

1.a kind, category, or class of things(classification)

a.kind or sort of something

Dieser Typ von Auto ist sehr beliebt.—This type of car is very popular.

2.a guy or fellow (informal term for a man)(colloquial, person)

a.man, especially a particular sort or personality

Was ist das für ein Typ?—What kind of guy is that?

3.a certain personality or character type(personality, character)

a.person with a characteristic nature

Sie ist nicht der Typ für Abenteuer.—She's not the type for adventures.

Declension

SingularPlural
Nominative—die Typen
Genitive—der Typen
Dative—den Typen
Accusative—die Typen

Frequently asked questions

What does "Typ" mean in English?
"Typ" means type, guy, or character. It is a German noun.
How do you pronounce "Typ"?
"Typ" is pronounced /tyːp/ in the International Phonetic Alphabet.
What is the plural of "Typ"?
The plural of "Typ" is "Typen".
What part of speech is "Typ"?
"Typ" is a noun in German.

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