Phonological Analysis Of Children Language Acquisition At The Age Of 1 Year 8 Months

Abstract

This study investigates the phonological acquisition of Kamari Sky Wassink, a child aged 1 year and 8 months, focusing on his mastery of vowel and consonant phonemes. The findings reveal that Kamari has successfully acquired several vowel phonemes, including [a], [i], [u], [e], and [o], as well as consonant phonemes such as [d], [g], [k], [l], [m], [n], [t], [p], and [w]. Despite facing challenges in pronouncing certain consonants like [r], [s], and [v], these difficulties are considered normal for his age. The study highlights the processes of sound deletion and substitution as natural efforts to simplify pronunciation. Additionally, the research emphasizes the significant role of the surrounding environment in language development, with the acquisition of the first language serving as a crucial foundation for future linguistic growth. Overall, Kamari's phonological development reflects a positive trajectory in his language acquisition journey.