Who invented lip reading?

There isn't a single person credited with "inventing" lip reading. It's a skill that developed gradually over time.

Here's why:

* Natural Observation: Humans have always observed and interpreted visual cues, including lip movements.

* Early Uses: The deaf community has relied on lip reading for centuries as a way to communicate.

* Formalization: Formal techniques for teaching and learning lip reading emerged in the 19th century, with figures like Alexander Graham Bell playing a significant role in promoting its use and development.

So, while no single person "invented" lip reading, it's a skill that has evolved through observation, necessity, and dedicated efforts to refine and teach it.