TExES Deaf and Hard‑of‑Hearing (181) Practice Test

Cued speech enhances communication by integrating visual signs with mouth movements, allowing individuals to perceive speech visually. This method provides clarity by using hand shapes and placements near the mouth to represent phonemes or sounds in spoken language, thereby making it easier for deaf and hard-of-hearing individuals to understand spoken language in a visual format.

This approach addresses the limitations of auditory-only communication by combining visual cues with the articulation of speech, which can significantly aid in distinguishing similar-sounding words and improving overall comprehension of spoken language. By visually representing speech sounds, cued speech helps bridge the gap between spoken and signed languages, fostering better communication and understanding in diverse settings.