AP PSYCHOLOGY

Detailed explanation-1: -Overregularization is a part of the language-learning process in which children extend regular grammatical patterns to irregular words, such as the use of “goed “ for “went", or “tooths” for “teeth". This is also known as regularization.

Detailed explanation-2: -n. a transient error in linguistic development in which the child attempts to make language more regular than it actually is. An example is saying breaked instead of broken. See also overextension; overgeneralization.

Detailed explanation-3: -Importantly, overgeneralization errors have been viewed as a positive sign that the child has abstracted the regularities of their language (e.g., add-s to indicate there is more than one thing) and applied that regularity in a productive way (i.e., the child has not likely heard the adult use that form).

Detailed explanation-4: -Overregularization is common, but not that common. Rate of overregularization is in low single digits. All verbs are affected, but no verb is always affected. Children overregularize more with verbs that parents use less often.

Detailed explanation-5: -Overregularization – Applying regular grammatical changes to irregular words. For example, using tooths instead of teeth.