How to sign sister in American Sign Language

Sign #1 (1 of 2)

Sign Instructions:

Begin with your dominant hand on the side of your chin and then bring it down to your non-dominant hand. The pinkie side of your dominant hand should land against the area in-between your thumb and index finger on your non-dominant hand.

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Dominant Handshapes for this sign

Dominant Handshape for sister
Extend your thumb and index finger to form an 'L' shape, with the other fingers curled in.

Non-Dominant Handshapes for this sign

Non-Dominant Handshape for sister
Extend your thumb and index finger to form an 'L' shape, with the other fingers curled in.

Sign #2 (2 of 2)

Sign Instructions:

Begin with both hands in an "S" handshape, with your dominant hand on the side of your chin and your non-dominant hand in front of you. Then, bring your dominant hand forward until it is in contact next to your non-dominant hand. As you bring your dominant hand forward, change both hands to a "1" handshape.

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Dominant Handshapes for this sign

Dominant Handshape for sister
Extend your index finger straight up, resembling the number one. Fold the other fingers into your palm.
Dominant Handshape for sister
Make a fist with all fingers curled over the thumb, which is tucked in front of the fingers.

Non-Dominant Handshapes for this sign

Non-Dominant Handshape for sister
Extend your index finger straight up, resembling the number one. Fold the other fingers into your palm.
Non-Dominant Handshape for sister
Make a fist with all fingers curled over the thumb, which is tucked in front of the fingers.

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