Word
typically
Phoneticstyp·i·cal·ly, stress on the first syllable
US/ˈtɪpɪkəɫi/
UK/tˈɪpɪkli/
Adverb of manner
Definitions
01usually or normally
B1 · Intermediate
adv. used to say that something usually happens in a certain way.
adv. indicates that an event or behavior occurs in the majority of cases or follows a standard pattern.
“Typically, the weather is quite warm here during the month of July.”
“Typically, the board of directors meets on the first Tuesday of every month to review the previous quarter's financial performance.”
Usage
typically often appears at the beginning of a sentence or before the main verb.
02in a characteristic way
B2 · Upper Intermediate
adv. in a way that shows the usual qualities of a person, thing, or group.
adv. in a manner that is representative or characteristic of a particular type, person, or class.
“The house was typically English, with a small garden and a stone chimney.”
“The response from the press was typically cynical, focusing on the politician's past failures rather than the merits of the new proposal.”
Usage
often used to modify adjectives to show that a quality is expected.
Teaching tip
This sense focuses on 'identity' rather than 'frequency'.
Synonyms
Antonyms
Collocations
Common phrases and expressions where native English speakers use the word “typically” in context.
Verb
01. typically apply
“These rules typically apply to students who live on campus.”
adv + verb
02. typically associate
“People typically associate the color red with danger or passion.”
adv + verb
03. typically characterise
“Low rainfall and high temperatures typically characterise a desert climate.”
adv + verb
04. typically consist
“The exams typically consist of three separate sections.”
adv + verb
05. typically contact
“The manager will typically contact you within two business days.”
adv + verb
06. typically define
“Dictionaries typically define this word as a feeling of great joy.”
adv + verb
07. typically develop
“Children typically develop the ability to walk around their first birthday.”
adv + verb
08. typically focus
“Our meetings typically focus on improving customer service.”
adv + verb
09. typically involve
“The job will typically involve some weekend work.”
adv + verb
10. typically observe
“Scientists typically observe the behavior of animals in their natural habitat.”
adv + verb
11. typically associated
12. assign typically
Etymology
From typical + -ly.
Etymology adapted from Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.
Word family
ADJECTIVE
ADVERB
- Exam level
- CambridgeCambridgeCambridge English QualificationsThe exam suite from Cambridge University Press & Assessment, from A1 Movers up to C2 Proficiency. The benchmark names double as CEFR labels.B1 PreliminaryIELTSIELTSInternational English Language Testing SystemThe 0–9 band test co-owned by the British Council, IDP, and Cambridge. Used for university entry, work, and migration.4.0–5.0TOEFL iBTTOEFL iBTTest of English as a Foreign Language, Internet-Based TestETS's academic English test, the standard route for US university admissions. Scored 0–120, with a 1–6 scale since 2026.1–6 scale: 3.0–3.544–71TOEICTOEICTest of English for International CommunicationETS's workplace English test, big in Japan and Korea. Listening & Reading scores 10–990 and tops out at C1.550–784
- Frequency
- Common
- Level
- B1 · IntermediateOxford
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