How to sign far in American Sign Language

Sign #1 (1 of 2)

Sign Instructions:

Begin with both hands close to your body and against each other. Then, move your dominant hand away from yourself.

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Dominant Handshapes for this sign

Dominant Handshape for far
Make a fist with all fingers curled in and the thumb pressed against the index finger.

Non-Dominant Handshapes for this sign

Non-Dominant Handshape for far
Make a fist with all fingers curled in and the thumb pressed against the index finger.

Sign #2 (2 of 2)

Sign Instructions:

Begin with your hand near your shoulder with your index finger pointing away from yourself. Then, move your hand away from yourself.

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Dominant Handshapes for this sign

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

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