typical character

[ˈtɪpɪkəl ˈkærəktər]
nounpl: typical characters
personagem típico
1. A character in literature, film, or other media that embodies the conventional traits and behaviors expected of a particular type or archetype
The detective in the novel is a typical character of the noir genre with a cynical attitude and troubled past.
O detetive no romance é um personagem típico do gênero noir com uma atitude cínica e um passado conturbado.
2. A person who represents the standard or common qualities of a particular group, category, or social class
He is a typical character of his generation, always glued to his smartphone.
Ele é um personagem típico de sua geração, sempre colado ao seu smartphone.
3. A distinctive or noteworthy person with recognizable traits that define their personality
She's quite a typical character around town, known for her eccentric behavior.
Ela é um personagem bem típico da cidade, conhecida por seu comportamento excêntrico.
In Brazilian culture, the concept of 'personagem típico' is frequently used in discussions of literature, cinema, and television, reflecting the strong tradition of narrative arts in Portuguese-speaking countries. The term is also commonly used informally to describe people in everyday life who fit recognizable social patterns or stereotypes.
NYC Slang
stock character
Synonyms / Sinônimos
archetypal characterstock characterconventional characterstereotypical characterrepresentative character
Antonyms / Antônimos
atypical characterunconventional characterunique characteroriginal character

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
personagem típico
Standard usage throughout Brazil
Rio de Janeiro
personagem característico
Alternative phrasing common in Rio
São Paulo
personagem padrão
More formal business/academic usage
Portugal
personagem típica
Portuguese European variant with slight grammatical adjustments

Related Words

character archetypecharacter traitcharacterizationprotagoniststereotyperolepersona

Related Idioms & Phrases

a character straight out of central casting
fit the mold
play the part
true to type
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