How to pronounce type

Say it like this: /ˈtaɪp/. Listen to real recordings below and compare how it sounds in different accents.

American/ˈtaɪp/

What does type mean?

nounA grouping based on shared characteristics; a class.

“This type of plane can handle rough weather more easily than that type of plane.”

classification of texts according to their literary style

An individual considered typical of its class, one regarded as typifying a certain profession, environment, etc.

verbTo put text on paper using a typewriter.

To enter text or commands into a computer using a keyboard.

To determine the blood type of.

“The doctor ordered the lab to type the patient for a blood transfusion.”

advVery, extremely.

“I'm ngl you're type ugly too”

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