A fluent aphasia similar to Wernicke’s, with poor comprehension but excellent repetition. Patients may echo words or phrases spoken by others.
Language Skills Affected
Key Characteristics
Speech pattern: Fluent but may contain errors
Repetition: Good ability to repeat even complex phrases
Comprehension: Poor understanding of language
Content: May produce speech that lacks meaning
Daily Life Impact
People might repeat what others say without understanding the meaning (echolalia). They may struggle to follow conversations but can accurately repeat questions or statements.