It's often used to describe something that is common, characteristic, or representative of a particular place, culture, or group of people.
Here are some examples:
* "El típico español" translates to "the typical Spaniard".
* "El típico plato español" translates to "the typical Spanish dish".
* "El típico sonido de la ciudad" translates to "the typical sound of the city".
The phrase "el típico" can also be used to describe something that is ordinary, commonplace, or expected.
For example:
* "El típico problema de la ciudad" translates to "the typical problem of the city".
* "El típico día de verano" translates to "the typical summer day".