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Difference Between First Language and Second Language of Acquisition

There are several key differences between acquiring a first language and acquiring a second language. First, acquiring a first language relies solely on universal grammar and occurs naturally through extensive exposure and practice with native speakers from a young age. However, acquiring a second language can involve transferring knowledge from the first language, may provide less opportunity for practice with native speakers, and requires conscious effort. Additionally, errors are more readily accepted in first language acquisition compared to second language acquisition, where errors are often corrected.

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Difference Between First Language and Second Language of Acquisition

There are several key differences between acquiring a first language and acquiring a second language. First, acquiring a first language relies solely on universal grammar and occurs naturally through extensive exposure and practice with native speakers from a young age. However, acquiring a second language can involve transferring knowledge from the first language, may provide less opportunity for practice with native speakers, and requires conscious effort. Additionally, errors are more readily accepted in first language acquisition compared to second language acquisition, where errors are often corrected.

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Difference between first language and second language of acquisition

First language Aspects Second language

In first language acquisition, the basis for learning is universal grammar alone

Basic

In first language acquisition, children spend several years listening to language, babbling, and using telegraphic speech before they can form sentences. In first language acquisition, learners have many chances to practice with native speakers (especially caregivers). First language learners learn for survival Almost everyone acquires a first language because it happens naturally.

Learning period

Knowledge of the first language also serves as a basis for learning the second language. There may be both positive and negative transfer between languages in second language learning. In second language acquisition in older learners, learning is more rapid and people are able to form sentences within a shorter period of time. In second language acquisition, learners may or may not have the opportunity to practice extensively with native speakers. Learn languages for many different reasons like career, education Not everyone acquires a second language because acquiring a second language often requires

Learning background

Purpose

Opportunity of learning the language

Difference between first language and second language of acquisition


conscious effort on the part of the learner. Errors made by first language acquirers are generally accepted and frequently not corrected Usage of language Errors made by second language acquirers are often corrected. -less access to universal grammar - sensitivity to phonological distinctions

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