To sign “thank you” in American Sign Language (ASL), follow these steps:
1. Start with your dominant hand open, fingers extended, and palm facing toward your non-dominant side.
2. Bring your hand toward your chin, touching the fingertips to your chin briefly.
3. Move your hand forward and downward in a slight arc, ending with your palm facing upward.
This sign represents the gratitude and appreciation conveyed by saying “thank you” in spoken language. Remember, in ASL, facial expressions and body language also play a significant role in conveying meaning and emotion, so it’s common to pair the sign with a genuine smile and a grateful expression.
Using this sign in ASL allows you to express your gratitude and appreciation to individuals who are Deaf or hard of hearing, promoting inclusivity and effective communication.
To sign “thank you” in American Sign Language (ASL), follow these steps:
1. Start with your dominant hand open, fingers extended, and palm facing toward your non-dominant side.
2. Bring your hand toward your chin, touching the fingertips to your chin briefly.
3. Move your hand forward and downward in a slight arc, ending with your palm facing upward.
This sign represents the gratitude and appreciation conveyed by saying “thank you” in spoken language. Remember, in ASL, facial expressions and body language also play a significant role in conveying meaning and emotion, so it’s common to pair the sign with a genuine smile and a grateful expression.
Using this sign in ASL allows you to express your gratitude and appreciation to individuals who are Deaf or hard of hearing, promoting inclusivity and effective communication.