Intermediate (B1)
IPA: /ˈtaɪpəl/
KK: /ˈtaɪpəl/
Definition
Relating to or characteristic of a particular type; typical.
Example
The typal features of the design make it stand out among others.
Conversation

Did you see that new coffee shop downtown?

Yeah, I went there yesterday, and their vibe is really typal of what’s trendy right now.

I love places that have a typal atmosphere; it makes the experience so much better.

Exactly! It really adds to the overall enjoyment of hanging out.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
typical
representative
exemplary
Antonyms
atypical
unusual
exceptional
Root Explanation
Typal → It is derived from "type" (from Greek "typos", meaning a model or pattern) and the suffix "-al" (meaning pertaining to). The word "typal" refers to something that is characteristic of or pertaining to a type or model.
Memory Tip
Think of 'type' as a model or pattern, and remember that 'typal' means related to a specific type.
Visually Confused Words
typical
ectypal
typha
trypa
tepal