How to sign congratulate in American Sign Language

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Definition:

Acknowledge success

Sign Instructions:

Interlock your hands together in front of you and move your hands forward and backwards a couple of times.

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Sequential Breakdown of congratulate

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Dominant Handshapes for this sign

Dominant Handshape for congratulate
Curve all of your fingers to form the shape of the letter 'C'.

Non-Dominant Handshapes for this sign

Non-Dominant Handshape for congratulate
Curve all of your fingers to form the shape of the letter 'C'.

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