Why Does Overregularization Occur?

Overregularization occurs when because the child goes through U-shaped learning when he or she is acquiring morphology and grammar. ... Child undergoes rote learning therefore he or she learns the word correctly. Through experience and teaching the child learns the regular forms of verbs and nouns (plurals and such).

What does Overregularization mean?

n. a transient error in linguistic development in which the child attempts to make language more regular than it actually is. An example is saying breaked instead of broken. See also overextension; overgeneralization.

Is Overregularization normal?

Overregularization is common, but not that common. Rate of overregularization is in low single digits. All verbs are affected, but no verb is always affected. Children overregularize more with verbs that parents use less often.