Greenbergian formalism

Greenbergian formalism, rooted in the work of linguist Joseph Greenberg, refers to a method of linguistic analysis that focuses on the structural and systematic aspects of language. It emphasizes understanding languages through their grammatical features and typological patterns, aiming to uncover universal principles underlying language structure. This approach often looks at how different languages organize information, such as word order or case marking, and seeks to identify commonalities across diverse languages, thereby enhancing our understanding of human language and cognition.