How to sign various in American Sign Language

Sign #1 (1 of 2)

Sign Instructions:

Begin with both hands next to each other in front of you with your palms oriented toward each other and the fingertips of your index fingers close to each other. Then, move your hands away from each other while bending your index finger down a few times.

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Dominant Handshapes for this sign

Dominant Handshape for various
Extend your thumb and index finger to form an 'L' shape, with the other fingers curled in.

Non-Dominant Handshapes for this sign

Non-Dominant Handshape for various
Extend your thumb and index finger to form an 'L' shape, with the other fingers curled in.

Sign #2 (2 of 2)

Sign Instructions:

Begin with both hands next to each other in front of you with your palms oriented toward each other and the fingertips of your index fingers close to each other. Then, move your hands away from each other while curling your index finger down a few times.

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Dominant Handshapes for this sign

Dominant Handshape for various
Extend your index finger straight up, resembling the number one. Fold the other fingers into your palm.
Dominant Handshape for various
Extend your index finger and then curl it in. Fold the other fingers into your palm.

Non-Dominant Handshapes for this sign

Non-Dominant Handshape for various
Extend your index finger straight up, resembling the number one. Fold the other fingers into your palm.
Non-Dominant Handshape for various
Extend your index finger and then curl it in. Fold the other fingers into your palm.

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