How to sign minute in American Sign Language

Sign #1 (1 of 2)

Sign Instructions:

With both palms oriented toward each other, place your dominant hand near the top of the fingers of your non-dominant hand. Then, slightly move the index finger of your dominant hand back and forth a couple of times.

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Dominant Handshapes for this sign

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

Non-Dominant Handshapes for this sign

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

Sign #2 (2 of 2)

Sign Instructions:

Begin with the index finger of your non-dominant hand touching the wrist of your dominant hand. The index finger of your dominant hand should be vertical. Slightly move your index finger from side to side a couple of times.

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Example Video

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Beginning and End Frames

Beginning of Sign

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Dominant Handshapes for this sign

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

Non-Dominant Handshapes for this sign

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

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