Explanation
A special way of speaking to young children with altered pitch, rhythm, repetition and vocabulary. Turns language into a coordinated social learning space where sound, relationship and pattern recognition interact.
Example
There is the ball! Yes, the red ball!
Counterexample
A mere label without the described formal or conceptual movement.
Distinction
Distinguish from Spracherwerb; the neighbouring concept remains connected as a crossway.
Effect on thought and perception
Turns language into a coordinated social learning space where sound, relationship and pattern recognition interact.
Resonance
Turns language into a coordinated social learning space where sound, relationship and pattern recognition interact.
Cite this entry
Reich, Michael (Hrsg./ed.): „Infant-directed speech“. Atlas der Sprache, AT-DEP1-0018. ATLAS 251, data model 1.6.0. https://atlasoflanguage.com/concept/AT-DEP1-0018The address remains stable; editorial content may evolve. A verified modification date per entry is not yet available. Include your access date for precise references.