Dictionary-enhanced word family
Word Forms of “Type”
To press keys on a keyboard to write words or messages.
Word Family of Type
Some English words keep the same spelling as a noun and a verb. Context tells you which form is being used.
How to Use Each Word Form in a Sentence
- I can type very fast on my computer. A1
- She typed a long email to her boss. A2
- Students must type their essays using proper formatting. B1
Origin and Word Formation of Type
From Latin typus, from Greek typos meaning impression or mark.
Common Word Form Mistakes with Type
Wrong: I am type the document now.
Correct: I am typing the document now.
With present continuous be + -ing form; need 'typing' not 'type'.
Frequently Asked Questions About Word Forms of Type
What are the word forms of “type”?
The confirmed forms are shown in the word family cards above. Missing parts of speech are hidden instead of filled with placeholder text.
What part of speech is “type”?
“type” is primarily a verb. Some forms above show how the same root works as other parts of speech.
Can “type” be both a noun and a verb?
Yes. Some words keep the same spelling across parts of speech; the surrounding sentence shows the function.
Where does “type” come from?
From Latin typus, from Greek typos meaning impression or mark.