tipo

/ˈtipo/ · A1 · adj

kind, type, sort, manner

🏷️ tipo = type: same Greek root typos, a stamp or mould

From Greek typos, the mark a stamp leaves. One mould gives a kind or sort, a set rate of interest, and a person's figure. Mantener el tipo is holding that figure firm, so composure; looking tipo is cutting a fine figure.

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