How to sign too much in American Sign Language

Sign #1 (1 of 2)

Sign Instructions:

Begin with both hands in front of you and your palms oriented towards each other. Move both hands away from each other, slightly moving them up then down 1 time as they move.

Videos

Example Video

Sequential Image Breakdown

Sequential Breakdown of too much

Beginning and End Frames

Beginning of Sign

First Frame of too much

End of Sign

Final Frame of too much

Dominant Handshapes for this sign

Dominant Handshape for too much
Extend all fingers with a very slight curl, keeping them together as if showing the number five.

Non-Dominant Handshapes for this sign

Non-Dominant Handshape for too much
Extend all fingers with a very slight curl, keeping them together as if showing the number five.

Sign #2 (2 of 2)

Sign Instructions:

Begin with both hands next to each other with your fingertips near each other and your palms oriented toward each other. Then, Move your dominant hand upward.

Videos

Example Video

Tutorial Video

Sequential Image Breakdown

Sequential Breakdown of too much

Beginning and End Frames

Beginning of Sign

First Frame of too much

End of Sign

Final Frame of too much

Dominant Handshapes for this sign

Dominant Handshape for too much
Extend your thumb outwards at a 90-degree angle, bend the other fingers at the knuckles, keeping them at a 90-degree angle to the palm.

Non-Dominant Handshapes for this sign

Non-Dominant Handshape for too much
Extend your thumb outwards at a 90-degree angle, bend the other fingers at the knuckles, keeping them at a 90-degree angle to the palm.

About the Creator

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.

Learn More About This Site