What is American Sign Language described as having?

Its own grammar and dialects.

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  1. No grammar at all
  2. Only hand shapes for letters
  3. Its own grammar and dialects ✔

Why: ASL is a full language with its own grammar, syntax, and dialects, not just finger spelling.

Huh, didn't know that: ASL is a full language with its own grammar, syntax, and dialects, not just finger spelling.

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ASL has grammar, so sign with structure.
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Answer: Its own grammar and dialects. ASL is a full language with its own grammar, syntax, and dialects, not just finger spelling.

  1. Scouting America: Signs, Signals, and Codes www.scouting.org/merit-badges/signs-signals-and-codes
    American Sign Language has its own grammar, syntax and dialects.
    Checked 2026-11-07.

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