How to sign themselves in American Sign Language

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Sign Instructions:

Begin with your hand in front of you with your hand pointing away from yourself. Then, move your hand slightly forward and then to the side.

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Sequential Image Breakdown

Sequential Breakdown of themselves

Beginning and End Frames

Beginning of Sign

First Frame of themselves

End of Sign

Final Frame of themselves

Dominant Handshapes for this sign

Dominant Handshape for themselves
Make a fist with all fingers curled in and the thumb pressed against the index finger.

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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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