Phonological typology

Phonological typology is the study of how different languages organize and use sounds in their speech systems. It examines patterns and differences in how languages produce, combine, and categorize sounds like consonants and vowels. For example, some languages use many consonant sounds and contrast them to distinguish meanings, while others have simpler sound systems. By comparing these patterns across languages, phonological typology helps us understand the diversity and universality of spoken language, revealing how humans worldwide organize sound systems in ways that suit their communication needs.