ASL LOVE
🤟 How to sign
To sign "Compliments" in American Sign Language (ASL), use both hands in flat handshapes with palms facing up, moving them forward in a gentle offering motion while maintaining a warm facial expression, representing the giving of positive words or praise.
📖 Word definition
Polite expressions of praise, admiration, or congratulation; positive remarks about someone's appearance, achievements, or qualities.
🎯 Detailed Hand Movement Guide
- Hand Shape: Both hands in flat handshape with fingers together and extended.
- Starting Position: Hands at chest level, palms facing up, slightly cupped.
- Movement: Move both hands forward and slightly upward in a gentle offering motion.
- Path: Smooth forward movement as if presenting something valuable.
- Hand Orientation: Palms remain facing up throughout the sign.
- Facial Expression: Warm, pleasant expression with slight smile showing sincerity.
⚠️ Common Mistakes & What to Avoid
❌ Palms facing down: Keep palms up to show offering positive words.
❌ Rigid movement: Use gentle, flowing motion, not stiff or abrupt.
❌ Neutral expression: Show warmth and sincerity in facial expression.
❌ Too fast: Move slowly to convey thoughtfulness and care.
💬 Common Sentence Examples
"She gives nice compliments."
How to sign: Sign "she" (point to female) → sign "give" (flat hand moves forward) → sign "nice" (flat hand slides across palm) → sign "compliments" (both palms up, forward offering motion).
"I received many compliments today."
How to sign: Sign "I" (point to self) → sign "receive" (hands pull toward body) → sign "many" (open hands wiggle) → sign "compliments" → sign "today" (Y hands move down).
"Thank you for the compliments."
How to sign: Sign "thank you" (flat hand moves from chin forward) → sign "for" → sign "the" → sign "compliments" (gentle offering motion with both palms up).