Receptive-language definition

(linguistics) The ability to comprehend information and understand spoken language (sign language). It may include understanding of the vocabulary and concepts presented, short-term memory and sequencing information.
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Noun

Singular:
receptive-language
Plural:
receptive languages

Receptive-language Sentence Examples

  • Mothers tended to decrease their verbal encouragement with their one-year-old boys at a critical developmental stage of receptive language skills.

  • Six to 12 months is a crucial age for receptive language development.

  • It is helpful to consider a child's expressive and receptive language skills.

  • Children whose primary difficulty involves receptive language are more likely to have developmental cognitive disability or autism spectrum disorder.

  • Common strengths include long-term memory, reading ability, and receptive language.

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