As you travel to various corners of the world this Summer (or are an enthusiast of different languages), refer to this chart, which breaks down how to say "french fries" in 38 different countries.

AS WITH spoken languages, there is no “universal” sign language. Different countries have their own versions, which are related to local cultural and religious backgrounds.

Just as various parts of the world have their unique spoken languages, there is also a great difference in how countries communicate using hand gestures.

Well more than 100 distinct sign languages exist worldwide, with each having features that made it possible for researchers to create an evolutionary tree of their lineages.

Initiative of the French-speaking Switzerland. Sematos - A handy dictionary by topic and index. Spread the sign - Lexicon of different sign languages around the world.23 languages: all European ...

Mali's new constitution moves French from an official language to a working one. It also strengthens the power of a regime that's distanced itself from France.