How to sign adjust in American Sign Language

Sign #1 (1 of 1)

Definition:

Modify or alter

Sign Instructions:

Begin with both hands in front of you with your palms oriented toward each other. Bring your hands toward each other, while rotating your wrists so that your palms stay oriented toward each other. The sign should end with your hands in contact with your non-dominant hand closer to you.

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Sequential Image Breakdown

Sequential Breakdown of adjust

Beginning and End Frames

Beginning of Sign

First Frame of adjust

End of Sign

Final Frame of adjust

Dominant Handshapes for this sign

Dominant Handshape for adjust
Bring your thumb towards the tips of your fingers as if pinching, with the other fingers curled into your palm.

Non-Dominant Handshapes for this sign

Non-Dominant Handshape for adjust
Bring your thumb towards the tips of your fingers as if pinching, with the other fingers curled into your palm.

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