How to sign beat up in American Sign Language

Sign #1 (1 of 1)

Sign Instructions:

Begin with both hands in front of you with the index finger of your non-dominant hand pointing up, and your dominant hand touching the back of your index finger. Then, move your dominant hand from side to side a couple of times, making contact with your index finger as you move your fist. The non-dominant hand represents a person and the dominant hand represents a fist hitting that person.

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Dominant Handshapes for this sign

Dominant Handshape for beat up
Make a fist with all fingers curled over the thumb, which is tucked in front of the fingers.

Non-Dominant Handshapes for this sign

Non-Dominant Handshape for beat up
Extend your index finger straight up, resembling the number one. Fold the other fingers into your palm.

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