Meaning of babble word | Babel Free

Definitions

A phonemically basic word, one which is easy for small children to pronounce and which therefore tends to be produced by them early on (for example, mama): A word from baby talk.

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“Holonyms: babble, child language, childspeak; baby talk⟳ (child-directed speech)”

“The first primitive bi-syllabic babble words of the 'mama', 'dada', 'baba' variety are the product of a near approximation of simple words in the language environment, and are reinforced by delighted parental response.”

“Jesus called God "Abba," a word that originated as a "babble word" originally used by little children but later adopted as an affectionate and respectful way by which adult children also spoke to their fathers.”

“As such a babble word, it really translates into English as "papa" or "dada" or some other equivalent. Every language has these little words that children use⟳ before they can really speak⟳, […]”

“Label⟳ the bear⟳ “Teddy” aloud to confirm⟳ his babble word. Smile⟳ and express⟳ your pride as you bring⟳ over Teddy.”

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