How to sign take opportunity in American Sign Language

Sign #1 (1 of 1)

Definition:

Seize a chance

Sign Instructions:

Begin with your dominant hand above the palm side of your non-dominant hand. Then, bring your dominant hand down into contact with the palm side of your non-dominant hand while changing your handshape into a "S" handshape and then moving your hand up.

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Sequential Breakdown of take opportunity

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Dominant Handshapes for this sign

Dominant Handshape for take opportunity
Extend all fingers to show the number five, spreading them out.
Dominant Handshape for take opportunity
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 take opportunity
Extend your fingers and press them together, with your thumb sticking out to the side.

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