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Deaf people think in the language that they speak, which is usually (but not always) the local sign language.

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When deaf people who can hear talk to hearing people do they get the message that sign language is less important?

There is no such thing as as deaf person that can hear, unless you're talking about a hard-of-hearing person, or a person who is legally deaf but has some hearing. In that case, a person talks to another person in a common language, whether it be sign language or vocal language.In these situations, I don't think there's any implication that sign language is less important.


What language does a deaf person think in if they have never heard speech - do they think in sign language?

Some people think with ideas, not words. Just because a person is deaf doesn't mean that they don't (or can't) read. That said, one would tend to believe that they "think" in whatever language is native to themselves (for example, English or ASL). Yes, they would tend to think just like hearing people do, but when we "verbalize" our thoughts, they would likely think out the motions of the sign they would use. It is hard to imagine this, just like it would be hard for a deaf person to imagine what hearing feels like.


Why do you think it is important for deaf children to learn sign language?

Sign language allows deaf children to communicate their thoughts, needs, and ideas to others. Sign language is the language of the deaf, just as Spanish is the language of Hispanics. Deaf children need to learn language just like all children need to learn language. Why is it important for anyone to learn to talk? The same reasons apply here to deaf children.So that they communicate with other people rather than writing down what they want to say. Plus they can't learn new weird unless they use dictionary pronunciation, because they are deaf.


What is sign language used for?

Sign Language is a hand motion for people who are deaf and have lost their voice. You should learn sign language if you know someone that is deaf or lost their voice.Sign language is still used, and speechless and deaf people use it to communicate.


Has Sign Language helped deaf people?

Yes, sign language is a crucial tool for communication among deaf individuals, allowing them to express themselves, engage with others, and access information. It is a rich and expressive language that plays a vital role in the deaf community's culture and identity.

Related Questions

Why do deaf people lose language?

Deaf people do not lose language, they can read just the same as a hearing person and can also lip read and sign. Also most deaf people can also speak a little too. However, if the person is deaf from birth it is harder to learn language.


How do people who are totally deaf from birth articulate their thoughts?

If a person is totally deaf from birth. They have never heard any language or words for that matter. So they would pretty much have their own way of processing thoughts. Pretty much have their own language. I don't know if it would necessarily be words. Since they have never even heard a word. When they see something new. Would they automatically think to call it something? Would they know to call it something? Is that human instinct? Deaf people, do not think in words they think in pictures. Their language is a visual language. Hearing people think in words because that is our language. The Deaf have a different Language. When they see something they would automatically think of the word/sign for that particular thing.


When deaf people who can hear talk to hearing people do they get the message that sign language is less important?

There is no such thing as as deaf person that can hear, unless you're talking about a hard-of-hearing person, or a person who is legally deaf but has some hearing. In that case, a person talks to another person in a common language, whether it be sign language or vocal language.In these situations, I don't think there's any implication that sign language is less important.


What is are in a sign language?

sign language is the way deaf people talk but not with their mouth they use their hands to talk you can talk to deaf people by using sign language


What do they use sign language for?

Sign language is primarily used for communication with and amongst Deaf people. It is integral to their culture. it is also used to educate Deaf people, as it is their natural language.


What are two different deaf and Deaf?

"Deaf" refers to deaf people in the context of their language, history, culture, etc. "deaf" means anyone who doesn't hear.


Is sign language the best thing for deaf people to use?

Every person's situation is different, but sign language is one of the best options for deaf people to connect with other people.


How deaf people communicate with non-deaf people?

Either through sign language, writing back and forth, an interpreter, or gesturing. You can look on the internet for sign language interpreting agencies near you. They are business who will get you in contact with a professional who can communicate in sign language and whatever spoken language you use.Another OpinionIf you are asking the degree of communication skill, then I would have to say that Deaf people are far more skilled at understanding non-deaf, or hearing people, than visa versa. After all, Deaf people live in a world where they have to struggle to communicate, whereas, hearing people have less of a need to do that with Deaf people. So, in conclusion: Deaf people communicate very well with non-deaf people. And, non-deaf people have a hard time communicating with Deaf people.


What language does a deaf person think in if they have never heard speech - do they think in sign language?

Some people think with ideas, not words. Just because a person is deaf doesn't mean that they don't (or can't) read. That said, one would tend to believe that they "think" in whatever language is native to themselves (for example, English or ASL). Yes, they would tend to think just like hearing people do, but when we "verbalize" our thoughts, they would likely think out the motions of the sign they would use. It is hard to imagine this, just like it would be hard for a deaf person to imagine what hearing feels like.


Who developed Indo-Pakistani Sign Language?

No one developed Indo-Pakistani Sign Language. It evolved naturally among the deaf people in the region. It is important to note, however, that there is a lot of prejudice in India against sign language, and it is not taught in deaf schools. As of 2018, India take an oralist approach to deaf education, emphasizing lip reading, which is largely unsuccessful.Only a minority of deaf people use sign language, and 98% of deaf people are illiterate.


Do you have to be a relative of a deaf person or deaf to learn sign language?

No. Many people learn sign language simply as another language.


How is sign language caused?

people are deaf so someone made a hand language