What is another word for gesture language?
Pronunciation: [d͡ʒˈɛst͡ʃə lˈaŋɡwɪd͡ʒ] (IPA) 
Gesture language, also known as sign language, is a type of communication that involves hand and body movements. This is a unique form of language primarily used by people with hearing impairments. However, some non-disabled individuals also use this language to communicate with others. Gesture language has several synonyms, one of which is American Sign Language (ASL). ASL is a recognized form of sign language used in the United States, Canada, and other English-speaking countries. Other synonyms include visual-gestural language and manually coded language. These synonyms signify the importance of hand and body movements in gesture language while also emphasizing the visual aspect of this type of communication.
