typological features

Typological features are characteristics used to classify languages based on their structural traits, such as how they form sentences or use sounds. For example, some languages put the subject before the verb, like "The cat sleeps," while others swap the order. These features help linguists group languages into types, making it easier to compare and analyze their similarities and differences across the world. Essentially, they are patterns or traits that define how languages are organized and function structurally.