How to sign Massachusetts in American Sign Language

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Sign Instructions:

Sign "M", then "A", then "SS" by signing "S" and moving your hand to the side.

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Sequential Image Breakdown

Sequential Breakdown of Massachusetts

Beginning and End Frames

Beginning of Sign

First Frame of Massachusetts

End of Sign

Final Frame of Massachusetts

Dominant Handshapes for this sign

Dominant Handshape for Massachusetts
Make a fist with all fingers curled in and the thumb pressed against the index finger.
Dominant Handshape for Massachusetts
Fold all your fingers into your palm, and place the thumb between ring and pinky fingers.
Dominant Handshape for Massachusetts
Make a fist with all fingers curled over the thumb, which is tucked in front of the fingers.

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