中型
Meanings
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noun, noun which may take the genitive case particle 'no'
medium size; mid-size
Used for objects, vehicles, animals, and categories that are neither large nor small. Often appears as a modifier with の.
I have a medium-sized dog.
This car is a mid-size sedan.
Usage patterns
- 中型の〈物〉a medium-sized ~ (vehicle, appliance, storm, etc.)
Several medium-sized typhoons made landfall this year.
- 〈物〉が中型に分類されるfor something to be classified as medium-sized
Based on its engine displacement, this motorcycle is classified as medium-sized.