French Sign Language

French Sign Language (LSF) is a natural language used by the Deaf community in France, with its own grammar, vocabulary, and syntax distinct from spoken French. It is a visual-gestural language that employs hand shapes, movements, facial expressions, and body language to convey meaning. LSF is a fully developed language capable of expressing complex ideas, emotions, and nuanced conversations. It plays a vital cultural and linguistic role within the Deaf community and is recognized as an official language in France. Like other sign languages, LSF fosters communication, identity, and cultural preservation among its users.