How many types of sign language is there?
There are over 200 distinct sign languages used throughout the world. Although they share some similarities, each is a distinct language with its unique grammar, vocabulary, and syntax. Some well-known sign languages include:
- American Sign Language (ASL)
- British Sign Language (BSL)
- Chinese Sign Language (CSL)
- French Sign Language (LSF)
- Japanese Sign Language (JSL)
- Russian Sign Language (RSL)
- Spanish Sign Language (LSE)