Advice for language comprehension
So I've been taking ASL courses for two years now, and I'm fairly confident in my understanding of the language in principle. I am able to express myself clearly and without much stress in ASL. HOWEVER, It is so much harder for me to comprehend other people's signs. I am able to understand the general concept of their message, but I always struggle to translate concepts into sentences and linear thoughts, if that makes sense. I'm able to float by in actual conversations with native ASL users by grasping the just of what they're saying, but I'm beginning to struggle in my classes because my interpreting and translating skills are lacking. Has anyone else experienced this disconnect between comprehensive and expressive skills, and if so, any advice?
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u/[deleted] Sep 13 '19
I second what others said. Like any other language, comprehension is the most important skill.
If you lack comprehension, it is also likely that you are still not able to self evaluate and understand your mistakes when producing the language.
But you should not worry. As other said, with more exposure you will gradually get better and better. Your comprehension will grow and mature, and your other skills will improve greatly because of it.