How to sign ideas in American Sign Language

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Sign Instructions:

Begin with both hands oriented toward yourself with your dominant hand near your forehead and your non-dominant hand in a lower position. Stagger moving both your hands in forward circles a couple of times.

Videos

Example Video

Tutorial Video

Sequential Image Breakdown

Sequential Breakdown of ideas

Beginning and End Frames

Beginning of Sign

First Frame of ideas

End of Sign

Final Frame of ideas

Dominant Handshapes for this sign

Dominant Handshape for ideas
Extend your pinky finger while curling in the rest of your fingers towards the palm.

Non-Dominant Handshapes for this sign

Non-Dominant Handshape for ideas
Extend your pinky finger while curling in the rest of your fingers towards the palm.

About the Creator

Paul Kelly, a nationally certified sign language interpreter and the founder of strongasl.com, has dedicated his career to bridging communication gaps through sign language. As a CODA (child of deaf adult), with deep personal and professional roots in the deaf community, Paul brings a unique blend of personal insight and professional expertise to his work.

His experiences range from legal to entertainment interpreting, including teaching sign language to celebrities like Dwayne 'The Rock' Johnson. His passion for innovation is evident in the AI-driven features of this dictionary, aiming to make sign language more accessible for all.

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