How to sign down in American Sign Language

Sign #1 (1 of 1)

Definition:

Downward direction

Sign Instructions:

Place your hand in front of you with a "1" handshape and your index finger facing down. Then, move your hand down.

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Beginning of Sign

First Frame of down

End of Sign

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Dominant Handshapes for this sign

Dominant Handshape for down
Extend your index finger straight up, resembling the number one. Fold the other fingers into your palm.

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