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Language Learning Begins in the Womb, New Research Reveals
November 22, 2023
A recent study shows newborns' brains react more to the language they heard before birth.
The study found exposure to speech before birth induces lasting changes in neural dynamics.
Newborns begin familiarizing themselves with their mother's language before birth, aiding language acquisition.
Another study from the University of Padua confirms newborns can recognize their mother tongue, suggesting language learning begins before birth.
Language recognition in newborns emphasizes the importance of prenatal auditory experiences.
Researchers aim to test these findings with babies from various language backgrounds.
The studies highlight the role of everyday activities, like talking to the baby in utero, in language learning.
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