filología

Definitions of filología
  1. noun
    the humanistic study of language and literature
    synonyms: lingüística
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    types:
    lexicología
    the branch of linguistics that studies the lexical component of language
    onomástica
    the branch of lexicology that studies the forms and origins of proper names
    type of:
    artes, artes liberales, humanidades
    studies intended to provide general knowledge and intellectual skills (rather than occupational or professional skills)
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