How to sign Michigan in American Sign Language

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Sign Instructions:

Sign "M", "I", "C", then "H".

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Sequential Image Breakdown

Sequential Breakdown of Michigan

Beginning and End Frames

Beginning of Sign

First Frame of Michigan

End of Sign

Final Frame of Michigan

Dominant Handshapes for this sign

Dominant Handshape for Michigan
Curve all of your fingers to form the shape of the letter 'C'.
Dominant Handshape for Michigan
Extend your pinky finger while curling in the rest of your fingers towards the palm.
Dominant Handshape for Michigan
Fold all your fingers into your palm, and place the thumb between ring and pinky fingers.
Dominant Handshape for Michigan
Extend your index and middle fingers while keeping them together, folding the other fingers into your palm.

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