How to sign compare in American Sign Language

Sign #1 (1 of 1)

Definition:

Evaluate similarities/differences

Sign Instructions:

With both hands in front of you and your palm oriented toward each other, slightly rotate your wrists back and forth a couple of times.

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Sequential Image Breakdown

Sequential Breakdown of compare

Beginning and End Frames

Beginning of Sign

First Frame of compare

End of Sign

Final Frame of compare

Dominant Handshapes for this sign

Dominant Handshape for compare
Extend your fingers and press them together, with your thumb sticking out to the side.

Non-Dominant Handshapes for this sign

Non-Dominant Handshape for compare
Extend your fingers and press them together, with your thumb sticking out to the side.

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