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TOPIK 6noun

전형

jeonhyeong

전형이 · 전형을

typical example, model, epitome

Example

많은 사람들은 그를 성공한 사업가의 전형으로 생각해요.

Many people see him as the very model of a successful businessman.

Word parts

전 standard형 mold

Literally 'standard mold'.

Good to know

Don't confuse it with the homonym 전형 (screening, selection), as in 대학 입시 전형.