How to sign phone call in American Sign Language

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Sign Instructions:

Place your hand up to the side of your head, with your pinkie near your chin and your thumb at your ear. Then, move your hand forward.

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Sequential Image Breakdown

Sequential Breakdown of phone call

Beginning and End Frames

Beginning of Sign

First Frame of phone call

End of Sign

Final Frame of phone call

Dominant Handshapes for this sign

Dominant Handshape for phone call
Extend the thumb and pinky finger straight out, folding the other fingers into the palm.

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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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