General terms:
* Sign language user: This is a neutral and widely accepted term.
* Deaf person: This is used when referring to someone who is deaf or hard of hearing. However, it's important to remember that not all deaf people use sign language.
* Hard of hearing person: This is used for individuals who have some degree of hearing loss.
* D/deaf person: This term acknowledges the Deaf community as a cultural group with its own language, history, and identity.
More specific terms:
* Signer: This term is often used to specifically refer to someone who uses sign language.
* Interpreter: This refers to someone who translates spoken language into sign language and vice versa.
It's important to be mindful of the language you use and to be respectful of the individual's preference.
Here's a tip: Always ask how the person prefers to be addressed.