典型
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Base noun form. Refers to a typical example, model, or archetype. Often used with 『的な』 (teki na) to form adjectives, e.g., 『典型的な』 (tenkeiteki na, 'typical'). Functions as a noun in sentences like 『これは典型です』 (kore wa tenkei desu, 'this is a typical example').
Theme
Two friends, Ken and User, are discussing different types of movies at a café, trying to decide what to watch next.
典型
てんけい
type, pattern, archetypal
Advanced ExpansionAbstract Concepts
Memory Hook
Think of a 'typical' example — like a classic movie that sets the pattern. 『典型』 (tenkei) sounds like 'ten key' on a keyboard, which is a standard pattern for typing!
Cultural Note
『典型』 (tenkei) is commonly used in academic, literary, or cultural discussions to describe archetypes or standard patterns. For instance, in Japanese literature, a character might be described as 『典型的なヒーロー』 (tenkeiteki na hīrō, 'a typical hero').
Forms
Base: 典型Base noun form. Refers to a typical example, model, or archetype. Often used with 『的な』 (teki na) to form adjectives, e.g., 『典型的な』 (tenkeiteki na, 'typical'). Functions as a noun in sentences like 『これは典型です』 (kore wa tenkei desu, 'this is a typical example').