How to sign alphabet in American Sign Language

Sign #1 (1 of 2)

Definition:

Letters set

Sign Instructions:

Sign the letters "A", "B", and "C".

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Sequential Breakdown of alphabet

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Dominant Handshapes for this sign

Dominant Handshape for alphabet
Make a fist with all fingers curled in and the thumb pressed against the index finger.
Dominant Handshape for alphabet
Extend your fingers and press them together, with your thumb folded across the palm
Dominant Handshape for alphabet
Curve all of your fingers to form the shape of the letter 'C'.

Sign #2 (2 of 2)

Definition:

Letters set

Sign Instructions:

Sign the letters "A", "B", and "C". Then wiggle all of your fingers except for your thumb as you move your hand sideways. This second part of the sign is the sign for "spell".

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Example Video

Tutorial Video

Sequential Image Breakdown

Sequential Breakdown of alphabet

Beginning and End Frames

Beginning of Sign

First Frame of alphabet

End of Sign

Final Frame of alphabet

Dominant Handshapes for this sign

Dominant Handshape for alphabet
Extend all fingers to show the number five, spreading them out.
Dominant Handshape for alphabet
Make a fist with all fingers curled in and the thumb pressed against the index finger.
Dominant Handshape for alphabet
Extend your fingers and press them together, with your thumb folded across the palm
Dominant Handshape for alphabet
Curve all of your fingers to form the shape of the letter 'C'.

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