Meaning of the word "language acquisition" in English
What does "language acquisition" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
language acquisition
US /ˈlæŋ.ɡwɪdʒ ˌæk.wɪˈzɪʃ.ən/
UK /ˈlæŋ.ɡwɪdʒ ˌæk.wɪˈzɪʃ.ən/
Noun
the process by which humans acquire the capacity to perceive and comprehend language, as well as to produce and use words and sentences to communicate
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Early childhood is a critical period for language acquisition.
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Researchers study how language acquisition differs between first and second languages.