How to sign staff in American Sign Language

Sign #1 (1 of 1)

Definition:

Personnel or employees

Sign Instructions:

Place the index finger side of your hand against one side of your chest in a "S" handshape. Then, move your hand against the other side of your chest, while changing your handshape to a "F" handshape.

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Sequential Breakdown of staff

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First Frame of staff

End of Sign

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Dominant Handshapes for this sign

Dominant Handshape for staff
Touch your thumb to the index finger, creating a circle, with the other fingers extended straight up.
Dominant Handshape for staff
Make a fist with all fingers curled over the thumb, which is tucked in front of the fingers.

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