Question
What should I do if my child is two years old and still can’t speak?
Answer
If a child is two years old and still can’t speak, first, try to provide a single language environment, although it is not the only solution. If you cannot provide a single language environment, do not worry excessively; the child will still learn to speak while acquiring multiple languages, though the time may be delayed. Secondly, regardless of the situation, you should actively encourage the child to speak and give them more opportunities to talk. Use clear, accurate, and slow pronunciation when conversing with the child, sing lullabies, tell stories, etc. When the child pronounces the correct syllables, provide immediate encouragement. Additionally, teach the child various vocabulary words and explain things around them at all times and places.