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A person who does sign language is called a "sign language interpreter" if they are interpreting between spoken language and sign language, or a "sign language user" if they communicate primarily through sign language.
A person who does sign language is called a "sign language interpreter" or a "signer."
Anyone can learn sign language, but sign language is mostly associated with deaf and hard of hearing people which is their native language. (Although quite a few don't know sign language and learned language via oralism method.)
In American Sign Language (ASL), you can sign "you're welcome" by using the sign for "welcome" and then pointing towards the person you are addressing.
Yes, sign language is considered a distinct language with its own grammar, syntax, and vocabulary. It is not a written or spoken language, but a visual-gestural language used by Deaf individuals and others in the Deaf community.
Sign language is not inherently confusing; like any language, understanding it requires practice and exposure. Some people may find it more intuitive than spoken languages due to its visual nature. Learning sign language involves understanding its grammar, vocabulary, and cultural nuances, much like any other language.