... and simplify the syllable structure of words. Throughout the transcription Anthony uses substitution this could be because some sounds are more difficult and are learned at a later stage than others. Anthony uses stopping numerous times this is when he is replacing a fricative with a stop. He does this with the word giraffes, pronouncing it /da:fs/, he hasn't been able to pronounce the 'r' so has used a stopping approach. A two year old generally has a problem with sounds that are made further back in the mouth; Anthony has this problem with the word 'fish'. To solve this problem Anthony uses fronting were the sounds are made further forward in the mouth. Anthony says /fis/ with him not being able to say the /s/. Anthony has not yet developed syntax and can not say full sentences, 'pau bears and fis'. This could be because he is still learning about ...

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