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Study Reveals Infants Can Decode Words by 15 Months

4/24/2025

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A groundbreaking study from Northwestern and Harvard reveals that infants as young as 15 months can decipher the meanings of unseen words through contextual clues. By forming mental "gists" of new vocabulary, these little learners demonstrate a remarkable leap in language development and abstract thinking, showcasing the incredible potential of young minds.

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A groundbreaking study from Northwestern and Harvard reveals that infants as young as 15 months can decipher the meanings of unseen words through contextual clues. By forming mental "gists" of new vocabulary, these little learners demonstrate a remarkable leap in language development and abstract thinking, showcasing the incredible potential of young minds.