How to sign bone in American Sign Language

Sign #1 (1 of 1)

Definition:

Skeleton part

Sign Instructions:

Begin with both hands near your chest with your arms crossed at the wrist and your palms oriented towards yourself. Then, hit your wrists against each other 2 times.

Videos

Example Video

Sequential Image Breakdown

Sequential Breakdown of bone

Beginning and End Frames

Beginning of Sign

First Frame of bone

End of Sign

Final Frame of bone

Dominant Handshapes for this sign

Dominant Handshape for bone
Extend your index and middle fingers with a slight curl, folding the other fingers into your palm.

Non-Dominant Handshapes for this sign

Non-Dominant Handshape for bone
Extend your index and middle fingers with a slight curl, folding the other fingers into your palm.

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