1. in a way that shows the usual qualities or features of a particular type of person or thing
典型地，有代表性地
She typically arrives at work by 8 a.m.
她通常早上八點前就會到公司。
A typically British response is to avoid direct confrontation.
典型的英國式回應是避免直接衝突。
Typically Meaning（定義、用法、例句與發音）
typically
adverb
快速理解
What does "Typically" mean?What are 2-3 core uses of "Typically"?
用於描述某事物在一般或正常情況下具有的特徵、行為或模式。
- 1
通常情況
EN: in the way that is usual or normal
翻譯: 描述在一般或正常情況下是如何進行的。
- 2
典型特徵
EN: having the distinctive qualities of a particular type of person or thing
翻譯: 指某人或某物具有其類別的典型、代表性特質。
- 3
慣常行為
EN: in the way that someone usually behaves or something usually happens
翻譯: 指個人習慣性的行為方式或事件慣常的發生模式。
小提醒：注意 'typically' 強調的是一般模式或典型特徵，而非絕對的『總是』(always)。它允許有例外情況。
發音（How to Pronounce "Typically" in English）
How to pronounce "Typically" in English?"Typically" US vs UK pronunciation
點擊下方的 US / UK 按鈕可播放發音。
Real-life Examples of "Typically" from YouTube Videos
How Much Equity to Give Your Cofounder - Michael Seibel
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“so typically, when you give at the equity to anyone- your company, but including the founders- you have what's called four-year vesting.”
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Definitions（定義）
What are the definitions of "Typically"?How does "Typically" change by context?
2. in the way that is expected or usual
通常，一般
The museum is typically closed on Mondays.
這間博物館通常星期一休館。
He typically spends his weekends hiking.
他週末通常會去健行。
3. used to say that something normally happens in the way described
照例，照常
Typically, the application process takes about two weeks.
照例，申請流程大約需要兩週時間。
The disease typically affects children under the age of five.
這種疾病通常會影響五歲以下的兒童。
Grammar & Patterns（句型）
What are common sentence patterns for "Typically"?How to make natural sentences with "Typically"?
| Pattern | Meaning | Example |
|---|---|---|
| typically + verb | 通常（做某事） | He typically arrives at work by 8 AM. (他通常早上八點前到班。) |
| typically + adjective | 通常（是某種狀態） | The weather here is typically mild in spring. (這裡春天的天氣通常很溫和。) |
| be + typically + noun | 是典型的… | This is a typically British tradition. (這是一個典型的英國傳統。) |
| typically + of + noun/pronoun | …的典型特徵 | Such generosity is typically of her. (如此慷慨是她的典型作風。) |
| typically + clause | 通常（情況是…） | Typically, the meeting lasts about an hour. (通常會議會持續大約一小時。) |
用法說明
How is "Typically" different from similar structures?What usage mistakes are common with "Typically"?
typically + V 與 typically + to V
- typically + V 用於描述一個常見的、習慣性的動作或狀態，強調一種典型的模式或慣例。
- typically + to V 則較為少見，通常出現在特定結構中，如
be + typically + to V，用於說明某事物的典型目的或功能。 - 在大多數描述習慣或一般情況的句子中，直接使用 typically + V 是最自然、最常見的用法。
對比例句： EN: The system typically requires a restart after updates. 翻譯: 系統在更新後通常需要重新啟動。
EN:The purpose of this tool is typically to diagnose network issues.
翻譯:這個工具的用途通常是診斷網路問題。
總結建議
在描述一般情況或習慣時，應優先使用「typically + 動詞原形」的結構。
易混淆對比
What is the difference between "Typically" and similar words?How to choose "Typically" vs alternatives?
typically vs usually
「typically」強調典型特徵或模式，而「usually」僅指頻率上的通常情況。
typically vs generally
「typically」強調具體典型特徵，而「generally」指廣泛、概括性的情況。
typically vs normally
「typically」描述典型狀態，而「normally」可指正常狀態或標準程序。
口語用法
How is "Typically" used in spoken English?What is the spoken vs formal difference for "Typically"?
引述
在口語中，typically 常用來引述一個普遍的行為或習慣，帶有「一般來說都是這樣」的意味。 EN: He typically goes for a run before breakfast. 翻譯: 他通常會在早餐前跑步。
EN:We typically don't work on weekends.
翻譯:我們週末通常不上班。
語氣強調
說話時用 typically 可以強調某件事的常規性或預期性，有時帶有一點無奈或「果然如此」的語氣。 EN: She's typically late, so don't worry. 翻譯: 她通常都會遲到，所以別擔心。
EN:The train is typically crowded at this hour.
翻譯:這個時段的火車通常都很擠。
停頓填充
在思考或組織句子時，typically 有時會被用作一個短暫的停頓填充詞，類似「一般來說嘛…」，讓說話者有時間思考。 EN: The process, typically, takes about two weeks. 翻譯: 這個流程嘛，一般來說需要大約兩週。
EN:I would, typically, agree with you, but this time it's different.
翻譯:我一般來說會同意你，但這次情況不同。
正式寫作注意：在學術或正式商業寫作中，應避免將 typically 用作停頓填充詞，以保持文章的簡潔與嚴謹。建議使用更確切的副詞或直接陳述事實。
常見短語
What common collocations use "Typically"?What fixed phrases with "Typically" should I remember?
typically
adverb
通常地，一般地
typically used
adverb + past participle
通常被使用
typically associated with
adverb + past participle + preposition
通常與...相關聯
typically takes
adverb + verb
通常需要（時間）
typically found
adverb + past participle
通常被發現
more typically
comparative adverb
更為典型地
not typically
negation + adverb
不通常
常見錯誤
What are common mistakes with "Typically"?Which "Typically" sentences look correct but are wrong?
×He is typically a teacher.
✓He is a typical teacher.
「typically」是副詞，修飾動詞、形容詞或整個句子，描述「通常、典型地」。這裡想描述「他是個典型的老師」，應該用形容詞「typical」來修飾名詞「teacher」。
×I typically go to the gym.
✓I usually go to the gym.
「typically」強調符合一種模式或典型特徵，常帶有「具有代表性」的含義。描述個人習慣時，用「usually」（通常）更自然。
×The weather is typically hot in summer.
✓The weather is typically hot in summer here.
「typically」用於描述一般情況時，常需要一個明確的範圍或上下文（如地點、群體），否則聽起來不完整。加上「here」或「in this region」會更清楚。
×She typically doesn't like coffee.
✓She doesn't typically like coffee.
當「typically」與否定助動詞（如 don't, doesn't）一起使用時，副詞通常放在否定詞之前，以修飾整個動詞片語，意思是「通常不」。
×It's a typically day.
✓It's a typical day.
「typically」是副詞，不能直接修飾名詞。想表達「典型的一天」應該使用形容詞「typical」。
詞形變化
What are the word forms of "Typically"?What are tense/participle forms of "Typically"?