#asktheexperts What is correct age for babies to start talking flawlessly

A. Babies typically start to speak their first recognizable words between **12 to 15 months**. Here’s a general timeline for language development: 1. **12-15 Months:** First words (e.g., "mama," "dada"). Vocabulary is usually limited. 2. **15-18 Months:** Words become more frequent. Babies might begin to combine two words (e.g., "more juice"). 3. **18-24 Months:** Vocabulary expands rapidly. Children may start using simple sentences and can be understood more easily by familiar adults. 4. **24-36 Months:** Speech becomes more clear, and toddlers can form more complex sentences. They start to use grammar rules and improve pronunciation. 5. **3-4 Years:** Speech becomes more fluent and understandable to strangers. Vocabulary and sentence complexity increase significantly. Keep in mind that there is a range of normal, and children develop language skills at their own pace. If you have concerns about your child's language development, consulting a pediatrician or a speech-language pathologist can provide guidance and support.