tipo
like, kind of, sort of
Intermediate Adverb
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Pronunciation
/ˈti.pu/
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Cultural Note
Literally means 'type,' but used as a filler word in informal speech, exactly like 'like' in English. Extremely common among younger Brazilians. Overuse is sometimes stereotyped as a mark of valley-girl-style speech. Also used in Portugal among youth, though 'tipo' as filler is seen as more Brazilian-influenced.
📝 Example Sentences
Ele é, tipo, muito estranho.
He's, like, really weird.
Eu tava tipo pensando em mudar de emprego.
I was like thinking about changing jobs.
É tipo aquela coisa, sabe?
It's kind of that thing, you know?