ELI5: Explain Like I'm 5

Sorothaptic language

Sorotaptic language is a way of communicating using your fingers, hands, and arms. It's like talking with your body instead of your mouth!

Imagine holding up your fingers to show how many things you see - that's sort of what Sorotaptic language is like. Instead of saying the number out loud, you use your fingers to communicate it.

Now imagine doing that with more complex ideas, like telling someone how you feel, or describing an object you see. That's what people who use Sorotaptic language do - they use their hands and fingers to convey meaning and communicate with others.

It's especially useful for people who can't hear or have difficulty speaking. They can use Sorotaptic language to communicate with others and express themselves.

There are many different versions of Sorotaptic language - just like there are many different languages spoken around the world. But the important thing is that it allows people to connect with each other and bridge communication barriers.