How to sign decide in American Sign Language

Sign #1 (1 of 2)

Sign Instructions:

Tap your index finger against the side of your forehead, then move both hands down in unison while in an "F" handshape.

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Dominant Handshapes for this sign

Dominant Handshape for decide
Extend your index finger straight up, resembling the number one. Fold the other fingers into your palm.
Dominant Handshape for decide
Touch your thumb to the index finger, creating a circle, with the other fingers extended straight up.

Non-Dominant Handshapes for this sign

Non-Dominant Handshape for decide
Touch your thumb to the index finger, creating a circle, with the other fingers extended straight up.

Sign #2 (2 of 2)

Sign Instructions:

Begin with both hands in front of you, next to each other, and your hands oriented toward each other. Begin with your hands vertical and your wrists bent back, then bend your wrists forward until your hands are pointing forward.

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Dominant Handshapes for this sign

Dominant Handshape for decide
Touch your thumb to the index finger, creating a circle, with the other fingers extended straight up.

Non-Dominant Handshapes for this sign

Non-Dominant Handshape for decide
Touch your thumb to the index finger, creating a circle, with the other fingers extended straight up.

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