Korean Sign Language
PrintA language of Korea, South
ISO 639-3
Language Status
4 (Educational).
Classification
Language Use
Used since 1889. Signed interpretation required in court, used at important public events, and social services programs. Instruction for parents of deaf children. Many sign language classes for hearing people. Manual system for spelling.
Language Development
Primary schools for deaf children using sign language since 1908. TV. Dictionary.
Language Resources