How to sign update in American Sign Language

Sign #1 (1 of 1)

Definition:

Reach level/informed

Sign Instructions:

Begin with both hands in front of you with your non-dominant hand farther away from you and your dominant hand near your body. Then bring your dominant hand up to the back of your non-dominant hand. Your non-dominant hand should slightly move back as your dominant hand is moving forward.

Videos

Example Video

Tutorial Video

Sequential Image Breakdown

Sequential Breakdown of update

Beginning and End Frames

Beginning of Sign

First Frame of update

End of Sign

Final Frame of update

Dominant Handshapes for this sign

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

Non-Dominant Handshapes for this sign

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

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.

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