{
  "id": 13043016,
  "title": "Why children ask you to repeat silly words again and again, says psychology",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/09/why-children-ask-you-to-repeat-silly-words-again-and-again-says",
  "topic": "science",
  "section": "Science",
  "published": "2026-10-09T03:34:15.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Times of India",
    "slug": "times-of-india",
    "url": "https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/life-style/parenting/toddler-year-and-beyond/psychology-says-children-who-ask-you-to-repeat-a-silly-word-again-and-again-may-be-enjoying-more-than-the-joke/articleshow/134805446.cms"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": null,
  "summary": "The joy of silly words captivates children as they anticipate the playful sounds, fostering laughter and social interaction. While adults might not share this enthusiasm for long, children revel in these exchanges that nurture vital communication skills. Through these interactions, they not only express preferences but also enhance their vocabulary, paving the way for meaningful language…",
  "key_points": [],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 1,
    "also_reported_by": []
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}