First words by infants typically refer to _____ in their daily environment.

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Research shows that infants' first words typically refer to the people or objects that are most present in their daily environment, such as their caregivers or familiar objects. While infants may eventually learn words for animals, colors, and shapes, these are not typically their first words. Sounds and sights may also be important for infants' language development, but again, are not typically the focus of their earliest words.

First Words by Infants Typically Refer to _____ in Their