Typically comprising
/ˈtɪpɪkli kəmˈpraɪzɪŋ/
adverbverb phraseB2present participle (comprising)
Definition
"Typically comprising" describes what something usually or normally includes. It means that the usual parts or members of a group or thing are these specific elements. It shows what is commonly found inside or part of something.
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Usually containing or including certain parts
- •The committee is typically comprising experts from different fields.
- •The meal typically comprises rice, vegetables, and meat.
- •The package typically comprises a user manual, charger, and headphones.
Describing the normal makeup or composition of something
- •This group typically comprises young adults aged 20 to 30.
- •The course typically comprises lectures, discussions, and exams.
Make It Stick
- ✓Think of "typically comprising" like "usually has" but in a more formal way.
- ✓Picture a sandwich that typically comprises bread, cheese, and ham — these ingredients are normally inside.
- ✓It's the feeling when you expect a recipe to include certain ingredients because that is the normal way.
- ✓Sounds like "TIP-ih-klee kum-PRY-zing" → imagine a teacher saying "Typically comprising" when listing parts of a machine.
- ✓Think of a team that typically comprises five players — meaning five players are usually part of the team.
- ✓NOT like "sometimes includes" which is less certain — "typically comprising" means it is common or usual.
- ✓NOT like "only includes" which means no other parts — "typically comprising" allows for common parts but not only those.
- ✓NOT like "made of" which can be physical material — "comprising" focuses on parts or members included.
Try Other Words
- •Usually including: meaning it commonly contains these parts (Use when you want a simpler phrase)
- •Generally consisting of: meaning mostly made up of (Use in formal or academic contexts)
- •Commonly made up of: meaning parts are common in the whole (Use in general explanations)
Unboxing
- •Word parts: "typically" (adverb meaning usually or normally) + "comprising" (verb form meaning including or containing)
- •Etymology: "comprise" comes from Latin "comprehendere" meaning to include or contain; "typically" from Greek "typikos" meaning characteristic or usual form
- •Historical development: "Comprise" has been used in English since the 15th century to mean "to include"; "typically" has been used since the 17th century to describe usual characteristics
- •Modern usage: Together, these words describe what parts or members are usually included in something, often in formal writing or descriptions
Reflect & Connect
•How does knowing what something "typically comprises" help you understand it better?
•Can something still be called "typically comprising" if it sometimes has different parts? Why or why not?
Fill in the blanks
1.The team typically comprising ___ players is well-known for its skill and coordination.
2.A healthy breakfast typically comprises ___ like fruits, grains, and protein.
3.When describing a machine, saying it typically comprises certain parts helps us ___ what to expect inside.
4.The class typically comprising ___ students meets twice a week during the semester.
5.Unlike rare cases, this dish typically comprises ___ ingredients you can find in any kitchen.
6.The report stated the group is typically comprising ___ experts in the field, showing its quality.
7.When we say "typically comprising," we mean these parts are ___ but not always the only ones.