Here's why:
* No innate language: Humans are not born with a specific language "hardwired" into their brains.
* Exposure is key: Infants and children learn language by being exposed to it through spoken and written communication.
* Interaction and feedback: They learn by imitating sounds, understanding patterns, and receiving feedback from caregivers and others around them.
* Culture and environment: The language a child learns is heavily influenced by their cultural background, family, and community.
* Active learning: Language acquisition is an active process, involving exploration, experimentation, and continuous refinement.
Examples:
* A child raised in a multilingual household will learn multiple languages, showcasing the impact of environment.
* A child who is isolated from language exposure will have difficulty developing language skills, highlighting the need for interaction.
While there is a biological basis for language processing in the brain, the specific language we learn and use is entirely dependent on nurture and the environment we are raised in. This makes language a nurtured quality, not an innate one.