You know those language-learning CDs that promise you’ll master Spanish, French, or even Chinese in no time? Well, I’m on a quest for something a little different: where’s the CD for mastering Toddler Talk?
You know exactly what I mean—the words that come out of your little one’s mouth that sound like complete gibberish. Just the other day, my newly two-year-old approached me while I was washing the dishes. With a pacifier firmly in her mouth, she exclaimed something that sounded like “flubber flashish boob.” After a solid minute of back-and-forth, we were both giggling and crying, and I still had no clue what she meant. In the end, I handed her a snack, and voilà—happy toddler!
Sure, I’ve heard that using food as a distraction isn’t ideal, but at that moment, cookies were the solution! Most of the time, she articulates her thoughts quite well, yet there are definitely moments of miscommunication.
So, I figured it might be helpful to compile a list of essential words and phrases that should be included on any future Toddler Talk CD, just in case someone decides to create one.
- Oooce = Juice
- Moo = Milk (at least she has the right association, right?)
- Go Ide! = I want to go down the slide
- Wing Mama! = I want to swing, Mom
- Me it = I want to do it
- MINE! = mine (this one’s all about the tone, and I might just be in denial about what it means)
- NOOOOOOOOOOO! = No (good luck translating that one in writing, but you get the drift)
- Ray Ray = Raisins
- Shooce = Shoes
- Brusheeth = Brush teeth
- Ahside = Outside
- Ownt no = I don’t know
- Flubber Flashish Boob = Your guess is as good as mine (seriously, I’d love some translation suggestions here)
Honestly, I would shell out a fortune for a set of these CDs—I’d even pay extra for one that comes with a “pacifier included” subtitle! Maybe I should just produce them myself because I know I’m not the only one who could use a translation guide for Toddlerish. Even if you don’t have a toddler, you probably know someone who does and could use a little help deciphering their language.
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In summary, while we might not have a comprehensive language guide for toddlers yet, understanding their unique vocabulary can bring joy and laughter to our everyday lives.