How to sign thank in American Sign Language

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Sign Instructions:

Begin with both hands next to each other in front of you with your palms oriented toward yourself, and your hands diagonal so that your fingers are pointing at your chin. The fingertips of your dominant hand should be touching your chin. Then, move your hands forward a couple of times.

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Sequential Breakdown of thank

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Dominant Handshapes for this sign

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

Non-Dominant Handshapes for this sign

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

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