平均的な
平均的な生活費は月に20万円です。
The average monthly living cost is 200,000 yen.
Typical or normal in a statistical or general sense; representing the mean or median of a set of data.
このクラスの平均的な成績は75点です。
The average score in this class is 75 points.
平均的な日本人の身長は、男性で170cm、女性で158cmです。
The average height of Japanese people is 170 cm for men and 158 cm for women.
Used to describe what is typical or representative of a group, often in contrast to outliers or extremes.
Pro Tip
Avoid overusing in casual speech
While '平均的な' is precise, it can sound overly formal. In conversations, consider '普通の' (futsuu no) or '一般的な' (ippanteki na) for a more natural tone.
Gold Rule
Use for statistical averages only
Do not use '平均的な' to describe subjective or qualitative 'average' impressions (e.g., 'an average movie' → '普通の映画' is better). Reserve it for measurable data.
Word Origin
Combines 平均 (heikin, 'average' or 'mean') + 的 (teki, adjectival suffix meaning 'of' or 'pertaining to'). 平均 itself derives from 平 (hei, 'flat' or 'level') + 均 (kin, 'equal'), reflecting the concept of balancing or equalizing values.
Usage Notes
Commonly used in academic, statistical, or formal contexts. Avoid using in informal settings where colloquial terms like '普通の' (futsuu no, 'ordinary') might be more natural.