Singapore Sign Language
A language of Singapore
| Population | 3,000 (2007 SIL). Very few monolinguals. Ethnic population: 4,000 (2007 SIL). |
| Dialects | Natural Sign Language, Contact Signing (Signing Exact English, Pidgin Signed English). |
| Classification | Deaf sign language |
| Language use | With cochlear implants the use of Singapore Sign Language will probably decrease, but many Deaf are not candidates for cochlear implants. Probably not an endangered language. Home, church, commerce. Positive attitude. English, Chinese used in some homes, businesses, etc. |
| Language development | Literacy rate in L1: 0%. Literacy rate in L2: 70% estimated in English and (or) Chinese. It is difficult for the Deaf to learn to read and maintain their reading skills. Dictionary. |
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