FACTS ABOUT SIGN LANGUAGE
According to the World Federation of the Deaf, there are 70 million people in the world who use sign language to communicate. It is the only medium through which the deaf people communicate their feelings and emotions. Every language has some interesting history.
Five Interesting Facts Most People Don't Know About Sign Language
It's the fourth most used language in the UK.
Different countries have their own versions of sign language.
Sign language uses more than just hand gestures.
Sign language isn't as difficult to learn as it looks.
Many deaf people have 'name signs'