As babies grow and develop, they go through several stages of language acquisition. The first stage, known as the prelinguistic stage, occurs from birth to about 12 months of age. During this stage, infants are learning how to use their vocal cords, mouth, and tongue to produce sounds. They begin to coo, babble, and make other noises, but these sounds are not yet words.Around 12 months of age, babies enter the next stage of language acquisition, known as the linguistic stage. During this stage, babies start to produce their first words. They typically start with simple words like "mama" and "dada," which are often used to refer to their parents. As they continue to develop their language skills, they learn more words and begin to combine them into simple phrases.By the age of two, most children have entered the telegraphic stage of language acquisition. During this stage, they begin to use short, simple sentences to communicate. These sentences often consist of just a few words, and they may leave out certain words like articles and prepositions.As children continue to grow and develop, their language skills become more complex. By the age of four or five, most children have developed a basic understanding of grammar and syntax, and they are able to communicate effectively with others.Understanding the stages of language acquisition can help parents and caregivers support their child's language development. By providing opportunities for infants to hear and practice language, and by engaging in conversations and other language-rich activities, parents can help their children develop strong language skills that will serve them well throughout their lives.