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ESCO reuse: occupation-specific

The subdiscipline of linguistics that structurally categorises languages by describing the common properties and structural diversity of languages.

typology — the subdiscipline of linguistics that structurally categorises languages by describing the common properties and structural diversity of languages. ESCO classifies it as a occupation-specific (rooted in one role family) skill within knowledge.

Category: knowledge › literature and linguistics Also known as: linguistic typology

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Frequently asked questions

What is typology?

The subdiscipline of linguistics that structurally categorises languages by describing the common properties and structural diversity of languages.

What category of skill is typology?

ESCO classifies typology under the knowledge category, specifically in the literature and linguistics subcategory.

How transferable is typology between industries?

ESCO tags typology as a occupation-specific (rooted in one role family) skill — a signal of how portable it is when you change field.

Is typology the same as linguistic typology?

Yes — typology is also known as linguistic typology. They refer to the same underlying capability in the ESCO taxonomy.

How can I learn typology?

The most reliable path is to pick a job or project that demands typology and learn through delivery. Complement that with role-specific roadmaps and short courses. Explore the occupations below to see where this skill is used in practice.

Data: ESCO v1.2.1 (CC-BY-4.0). Durability framework informed by McKinsey Global Institute (Nov 2025). See our methodology.