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March 24, 2026
类型(類型)lèixíng(lei4xing2)
类型 (lèi xíng) refers to a category or type that groups items based on shared characteristics or qualities. It is commonly used in various contexts, such as discussing types of music, genres of literature, or categories in classification systems. Understanding this term is essential for discussing preferences and classifications in both casual and academic settings.
Strokes18Frequency#2640DifficultyHard
Cultural Note
In Chinese education, the concept of 类别 (lèibié) is often emphasized when discussing literature, art, and media. This reflects the importance of categorization in understanding cultural products and preferences.
Memory Tip
Think of 类型 (lèi xíng) as a 'laying' out of different 'shapes' or 'forms'. Imagine organizing books by their genres—each 'type' has its own distinct cover and shape, helping you remember the word’s connection to categorization.
Meanings of 类型
lèixíng(lei4xing2)
1type
2category
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About 类型
类型Simplified
類型Traditional
18Strokes
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名词míngcínoun (n.)Part of Speech
#2640Frequency Rank
HSK 2.0L5HSK 3.0L5IntermediateTOCFLL4HSKKL2CEFRB1
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Quick Contrast
类型 (lèixíng) vs 种类 (zhǒnglèi) — use 类型 when emphasizing a specific classification or category, while 种类 is more general and can refer to types within a broader context.
Usage Notes
Students often confuse 类型 with 形式 (xíngshì), which means 'form' but lacks the categorical emphasis. It's essential to use 类型 in contexts where you're classifying or categorizing. Be mindful of tone; the fourth tone (lèi) and second tone (xíng) must be pronounced correctly to avoid confusion.
HSK Study Tips
As an HSK 5 vocabulary word, 类型 connects well with other HSK 5 terms like 方式 (fāngshì, method) and 特征 (tèzhēng, characteristic). Focus on using 类型 in sentences that require classification, which helps in expanding vocabulary related to descriptions and comparisons.
Common Mistakes
Learners often confuse 类型 with 形式 when discussing categories. For example, saying '这本书的形式是小说' (Zhè běn shū de xíngshì shì xiǎoshuō) is incorrect; the correct usage is '类型' (lèi xíng), so it should be '这本书的类型是小说' (Zhè běn shū de lèixíng shì xiǎoshuō).
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类型 (lèi xíng) refers to a category or type that groups items based on shared characteristics or qualities. It is commonly used in various contexts, such as discussing types of music, genres of literature, or categories in classification systems. Understanding this term is essential for discussing preferences and classifications in both casual and academic settings.
When to use 类型
Students often confuse 类型 with 形式 (xíngshì), which means 'form' but lacks the categorical emphasis. It's essential to use 类型 in contexts where you're classifying or categorizing. Be mindful of tone; the fourth tone (lèi) and second tone (xíng) must be pronounced correctly to avoid confusion.
类型 or something close to it
类型 (lèixíng) vs 种类 (zhǒnglèi) — use 类型 when emphasizing a specific classification or category, while 种类 is more general and can refer to types within a broader context.
What learners get wrong
Learners often confuse 类型 with 形式 when discussing categories. For example, saying '这本书的形式是小说' (Zhè běn shū de xíngshì shì xiǎoshuō) is incorrect; the correct usage is '类型' (lèi xíng), so it should be '这本书的类型是小说' (Zhè běn shū de lèixíng shì xiǎoshuō).
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Grammar Patterns of 类型
类型 functions as a noun — it names a person, place, thing, or concept. Place it as a subject before the verb (主+谓) or as an object after the verb (谓+宾). Most Chinese nouns require a measure word between the number and the noun (e.g. 一个/三本). It carries 5 related meanings, each with its own usage notes below. The example sentences below show it in action, with practice buttons (Listen, Practice Writing, Practice Speaking) on every line.
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但是客观类型的题很容易使人上当并且答案迷惑人.
dàn shì kè guān lèi xíng de tí hěn róng yì shǐ rén shàng dāng bìng qiě dá àn mí huò rén.
But the objective type can be very tricky and the answer sheets confusing.
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Frequently Asked Questions about 类型
You can say: '这部电影属于哪种类型?' (Zhè bù diànyǐng shǔyú nǎ zhǒng lèixíng?) meaning 'What type of movie is this?'.
Yes, you can use 类型 to describe personality types, such as '他的性格类型是外向的' (Tā de xìnggé lèixíng shì wàixiàng de), meaning 'His personality type is extroverted.'.
类型 refers more to types or categories with specific characteristics, while 种类 (zhǒnglèi) generally refers to kinds or varieties, often used interchangeably.
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