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Holophrastic

usgb/ˌhəʊləˈfræstɪk,ˌhɑːləˈfræstɪk/Volume
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Child LanguagePlay
Holophrastic often describes how toddlers begin to speak, using single words for full ideas. SlideA toddler saying 'milk' instead of 'I want milk' is using holophrastic speech.
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Expressing NeedsPlay
Holophrastic words can be effective for quickly expressing needs or desires. SlideA lost tourist simply saying 'map?' is an example of holophrastic speech.
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Simply PutPlay
Holophrastic speech simplifies communication, making it brief yet whole. SlideAn employee saying 'break' to indicate they are taking a break is holophrastic.