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Yes. Sign languages of different countries are completely different languages.

For example, deaf people in England cannot understand Deaf people in America.

See related links for a chart that shows what sign languages are related, and which ones are completely different.

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Is sign language different in other languages compared to American Sign Language?

Yes, sign languages are different in other countries compared to American Sign Language. Just like spoken languages, sign languages have their own unique grammar, vocabulary, and cultural influences.


Is sign language used all over the world?

No, there are many different sign languages used around the world. Each country or region may have its own sign language that is distinct from others. Just like spoken languages, sign languages can vary in vocabulary, grammar, and syntax.


Does every language have its own sign language?

No, not every language has its own sign language. Sign languages are unique and separate from spoken languages, and different countries may have their own sign languages.


Which countries don't use ASL?

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Is there sign language in various languages?

Yes, there are different sign languages used in various countries and regions around the world. Just like spoken languages, sign languages have their own unique grammar, vocabulary, and syntax. Some examples of sign languages include American Sign Language (ASL), British Sign Language (BSL), and Japanese Sign Language (JSL).


Where does sign language rank among languages used in the world?

"Sign language" is a category of more than 100 different sign languages. Unfortunately, most countries of the world do not recognize their local sign languages, so numbers are not known.American Sign Language is spoken by approximately 500,000 people in the United States, but worldwide numbers are unknown (it is used in more than 19 countries, and most of them do not recognise or record information about American Sign Language). This places it near the bottom of the world's languages as far as the number of speakers (less than 1%).We can say that American Sign Language is the most widely spoken sign language in the world, followed by British Sign Language (which is completely unrelated to ASL).


What is the difference between American sign language and filopino sign language?

American Sign Language (ASL) and Filipino Sign Language (FSL) are different sign languages used in their respective countries. ASL is primarily used in the United States and parts of Canada, while FSL is used in the Philippines. They have different signs, grammar, and syntax, making them distinct languages despite some similarities.


Is sign language the same in different countries?

No, sign language is not the same in different countries. Each country typically has its own unique sign language that has developed over time to suit its specific needs and cultural context. Just like spoken languages, sign languages can vary greatly in vocabulary, grammar, and syntax from one country to another.


Do different languages have different sign languages?

Yes, different spoken languages have their own unique sign languages. Each country or region may have its own sign language that is distinct from others, just like spoken languages vary around the world.


How is sign language expressed in different languages around the world?

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Can sign language be expressed in different languages?

Yes, sign language can be expressed in different languages. Just like spoken languages, there are different sign languages used by deaf communities around the world, each with its own grammar and vocabulary.


Are there different types of ASL for different countries?

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