How to sign force in American Sign Language

Sign #1 (1 of 1)

Definition:

Compel or apply pressure

Sign Instructions:

Begin with your dominant hand above your non-dominant hand. Move your dominant hand forward and bend your wrist down.

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Sequential Image Breakdown

Sequential Breakdown of force

Beginning and End Frames

Beginning of Sign

First Frame of force

End of Sign

Final Frame of force

Dominant Handshapes for this sign

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

Non-Dominant Handshapes for this sign

Non-Dominant Handshape for force
Make a fist with all fingers curled over the thumb, which is tucked in front of the fingers.

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