motherese
US /ˈmʌð.ə.riːz/
UK /ˌmʌð.əˈriːz/
名詞
兒語, 嬰兒語
a simplified, high-pitched, and repetitive way of speaking used by adults when addressing infants, often characterized by exaggerated intonation and slower tempo
範例:
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Parents often use motherese to help their babies learn language.
父母經常使用兒語來幫助他們的寶寶學習語言。
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The distinct intonation of motherese captures an infant's attention.
兒語獨特的語調吸引了嬰兒的注意力。