ASL LOVE
🤟 How to sign
To sign "CONTINUE" in American Sign Language (ASL), use both hands in "A" handshapes with thumbs extended, starting together and moving forward in a steady, ongoing motion to show persistence and continuation.
📖 Word definition
To persist in an activity or process; to keep doing something without stopping or to resume after a pause.
🎯 Detailed Hand Movement Guide
- Hand Shape: Both hands in "A" handshape with thumbs pointing up and forward.
- Starting Position: Hands together at chest level, thumbs touching or nearly touching.
- Movement: Move both hands forward simultaneously in a steady, deliberate motion.
- Path: Straight forward movement, maintaining the same level throughout.
- Hand Orientation: Thumbs continue pointing forward and slightly upward.
- Facial Expression: Determined or focused expression showing persistence.
⚠️ Common Mistakes & What to Avoid
❌ Wrong handshape: Use "A" with thumbs up, not closed fists or other shapes.
❌ Hands apart: Start with thumbs together, not separated.
❌ Jerky movement: Use smooth, steady motion showing ongoing action.
❌ Upward angle: Keep movement straight forward, not angled up or down.
💬 Common Sentence Examples
"Please continue reading."
How to sign: Sign "please" (open hand circles on chest) → sign "continue" (A hands move forward) → sign "read" (V fingers scan over palm).
"The meeting will continue tomorrow."
How to sign: Sign "meeting" (hands come together) → sign "will" (flat hand moves forward) → sign "continue" → sign "tomorrow" (A thumb touches chin, moves forward).
"I want to continue learning."
How to sign: Sign "I" (point to self) → sign "want" (claw hands pull toward body) → sign "continue" → sign "learn" (fingers grab from palm to forehead).