ASL LOVE
🤟 How to sign
To sign "AUNT" in American Sign Language (ASL), use your dominant hand in an "A" handshape positioned near your cheek, then shake it slightly in a small circular motion to indicate the female family relationship.
📖 Word definition
The sister of one's father or mother, or the wife of one's uncle.
🎯 Detailed Hand Movement Guide
- Hand Shape: Dominant hand in "A" handshape (closed fist with thumb alongside).
- Starting Position: Place the "A" handshape near the side of your cheek/jawline area.
- Movement: Make small circular shaking motions while maintaining contact with cheek area.
- Path: Small, controlled circular movements staying in the same general location.
- Hand Orientation: Thumb side of fist touches or stays close to cheek throughout movement.
- Facial Expression: Neutral or slightly warm expression when referring to family member.
⚠️ Common Mistakes & What to Avoid
❌ Wrong handshape: Use "A" handshape, not open hand or other letter shapes.
❌ Wrong location: Position near cheek/jaw area, not forehead or chin.
❌ Too large movement: Keep circular motions small and controlled.
❌ No movement: Must include the shaking/circular motion to distinguish from other signs.
💬 Common Sentence Examples
"My aunt lives nearby."
How to sign: Sign "my" (flat hand on chest) → sign "aunt" (A hand shake at cheek) → sign "live" (L hands move up body) → sign "near" (hands come together).
"Aunt Sarah is coming tomorrow."
How to sign: Sign "aunt" → fingerspell "S-A-R-A-H" → sign "come" (index fingers point toward you) → sign "tomorrow" (A hand forward from cheek).
"I love my aunt very much."
How to sign: Sign "I" (point to self) → sign "love" (arms cross over heart) → sign "my" → sign "aunt" → sign "very" (V hands pull apart) → sign "much" (claw hands pull apart).