foreign language acquisition

Foreign language acquisition is the process of learning a new language after the native language has been developed. It involves developing skills in understanding, speaking, reading, and writing in the target language through exposure, practice, and interaction. This process taps into cognitive functions, memory, and social contexts, enabling learners to internalize vocabulary, grammar, and pronunciation. It can occur formally in classrooms or informally through immersion and practical use. Successful acquisition depends on motivation, consistent practice, quality input, and opportunities for meaningful communication, allowing learners to gradually become proficient in the new language.