How to sign like in American Sign Language

Sign #1 (1 of 1)

Definition:

Preference for

Sign Instructions:

Begin with your hand horizontal with your thumb and middle finger touching your chest. Then, move your hand away from yourself while bringing the fingertips of your thumb and middle finger together.

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Sequential Image Breakdown

Sequential Breakdown of like

Beginning and End Frames

Beginning of Sign

First Frame of like

End of Sign

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Dominant Handshapes for this sign

Dominant Handshape for like
Extend all fingers to show the number five, spreading them out.
Dominant Handshape for like
Touch the tips of your thumb and middle finger together, while extending the other fingers.

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