How to sign fail in American Sign Language

Sign #1 (1 of 2)

Definition:

Failing grade

Sign Instructions:

Begin with your non-dominant hand in front of you with your palm orientated towards the other hand. Make an "F" handshape with your dominant hand and begin away from the non-dominant hand. Then, move your dominant hand against the palm of your non-dominant hand, representing an "F" on a piece of paper.

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Dominant Handshapes for this sign

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

Sign #2 (2 of 2)

Definition:

Unsuccessful or fail

Sign Instructions:

Place your non-dominant hand in front of you with your palm facing up. Begin with your dominant hand near your opposite shoulder and then bring it across and past the palm of your non-dominant hand.

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End of Sign

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Dominant Handshapes for this sign

Dominant Handshape for fail
Extend your index and middle fingers straight up, folding the thumb and the other fingers into the palm.

Non-Dominant Handshapes for this sign

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

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