noun American Sign Language
ASL is studied in the field of linguistics to understand the structure and grammar of sign languages.
ASL is commonly used in education settings for teaching and learning sign language.
ASL is used in entertainment settings, such as in performances or videos featuring sign language.
ASL can be used in speech therapy to help individuals with speech and language disorders communicate.
ASL is the primary language used within the Deaf community for communication.
ASL interpreters use their knowledge of ASL to facilitate communication between Deaf individuals and hearing individuals.
ASL can be used by writers to communicate with deaf or hard of hearing individuals for interviews, research, or storytelling purposes.
Psychologists can use ASL to communicate with deaf or hard of hearing clients during therapy sessions or assessments.
Medical doctors may use ASL to communicate with deaf or hard of hearing patients to ensure effective diagnosis and treatment.
Teachers can use ASL to communicate with deaf or hard of hearing students in the classroom to ensure they have equal access to education.
Interpreters specialize in using ASL to facilitate communication between deaf or hard of hearing individuals and those who do not know sign language.