How to sign gulp in American Sign Language

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Definition:

Realization expression

Sign Instructions:

Begin with your hand in front of your neck with your palm oriented toward yourself. Then, bring your hand against your neck while changing your handshape to an "S" handshape.

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Sequential Breakdown of gulp

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First Frame of gulp

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Dominant Handshapes for this sign

Dominant Handshape for gulp
Extend all fingers with a slight curl, resembling the number five.
Dominant Handshape for gulp
Make a fist with all fingers curled over the thumb, which is tucked in front of the fingers.

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