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Is there a method for expressing sarcasm in ASL?

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Most definitely. Where spoken languages use vocal tones to express emotion in speech, signed languages use facial expression. One would utilize a "sarcastic" facial expression along with the signs in order to express this particular meaning to the message. read more

Most definitely. Where spoken languages use vocal tones to express emotion in speech, signed languages use facial expression. One would utilize a "sarcastic" facial expression along with the signs in order to express this particular meaning to the message. read more

The best person to ask is a native DeafBlind tactile ASL speaker, as there may be a pro-tactile signal for sarcasm. read more

"Sarcasm can be expressed in that way too." I never said that facial expressions are the only way. They are important in sign language and definitely help in attitude. We're talking about a visual language not a written one. read more

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