language transfer

US /ˈlæŋɡwɪdʒ ˈtrænsfər/
UK /ˈlæŋɡwɪdʒ ˈtrænsfər/
"language transfer" picture
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the influence of one's native language on the learning of a new language

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Positive language transfer can make learning a new language easier.
Negative language transfer often leads to errors in pronunciation or grammar.