tipos
/TEE-pos/
types
The primary meaning of tipos is 'types,' 'kinds,' or 'sorts,' referring to different categories of things.
tipos(Noun)
types
?general classification
kinds
?variety of something
,sorts
?a particular category
📝 In Action
Hay muchos tipos de queso en esta tienda.
A2There are many types of cheese in this store.
¿Qué tipos de música te gustan?
A2What kinds of music do you like?
Existen diferentes tipos de aprendizaje.
B1Different types of learning exist.
💡 Grammar Points
Always Plural for Multiple Kinds
'Tipos' is the plural of 'tipo'. You use it when you are talking about more than one category or kind of something. For just one, you'd say 'un tipo de...'
⭐ Usage Tips
Almost Always Followed by 'de'
To connect 'tipos' to the thing you're categorizing, you'll almost always use the word 'de'. For example, 'tipos de coches' (types of cars) or 'tipos de problemas' (types of problems).
Informally, especially when referring to strangers, tipos means 'guys' or 'dudes.'
tipos(Noun)
guys
?informal, referring to men
dudes
?very informal, slang
,blokes
?British English equivalent
,fellas
?colloquial
📝 In Action
Unos tipos me preguntaron la hora en la calle.
B1Some guys asked me for the time on the street.
¿Quiénes son esos dos tipos que están en la puerta?
B1Who are those two guys at the door?
No me fío de esos tipos, parecen sospechosos.
B2I don't trust those guys, they seem suspicious.
❌ Common Pitfalls
Using in Formal Situations
Mistake: "Referring to your new boss or a client as 'ese tipo'."
Correction: Use 'ese señor' or 'ese hombre'. 'Tipo' is too informal and can sound disrespectful in a professional or formal context.
⭐ Usage Tips
Can Have a Negative Feel
While it can be neutral, 'tipos' often has a slightly distant or even suspicious tone, like you're pointing out strangers. For friends, it's more natural to say 'chicos' or 'amigos'.
✏️ Quick Practice
💡 Quick Quiz: tipos
Question 1 of 1
Which sentence uses 'tipos' to mean 'guys' in an informal way?
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can I use 'tipas' for women?
Yes, 'tipas' is the female equivalent and is used informally to mean 'gals' or 'women'. Just like 'tipos', it can sometimes have a slightly distant or even disrespectful tone, so it's best used in very casual situations with people you know well.
What's the singular form?
The singular form is 'tipo'. You can say 'un tipo de flor' (one type of flower) or 'Ese tipo es muy alto' (That guy is very tall).