How to sign brother-in-law in American Sign Language

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Sign Instructions:

Sign "brother" and "law".

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Sequential Breakdown of brother-in-law

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Dominant Handshapes for this sign

Dominant Handshape for brother-in-law
Extend your index finger straight up, resembling the number one. Fold the other fingers into your palm.
Dominant Handshape for brother-in-law
Extend your thumb and index finger to form an 'L' shape, with the other fingers curled in.
Dominant Handshape for brother-in-law
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 brother-in-law
Extend your index finger straight up, resembling the number one. Fold the other fingers into your palm.
Non-Dominant Handshape for brother-in-law
Make a fist with all fingers curled over the thumb, which is tucked in front of the fingers.
Non-Dominant Handshape for brother-in-law
Extend your fingers and press them together, with your thumb sticking out to the side.

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