Child-directed speech refers to the sounds made by babies and imitated by parents in the first few weeks after birth.

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Child-directed speech, also known as motherese or parentese, refers to the way caregivers communicate with infants and young children. It is characterized by simplification of language, high pitch, exaggerated intonation, and slower tempo. It is not restricted to the sounds made by babies and imitated by parents in the first few weeks after birth.

Child-Directed Speech Refers to the Sounds Made by Babies and Imitated