ASL LOVE
🤟 How to sign
To sign "DISCUSS" in American Sign Language (ASL), use both hands in "1" handshapes (index fingers extended) pointing at each other, then move them back and forth alternately, representing the exchange of ideas between people.
📖 Word definition
To talk about something with another person or group of people, especially to exchange ideas or reach a decision.
🎯 Detailed Hand Movement Guide
- Hand Shape: Both hands in "1" handshape (index fingers extended, other fingers closed).
- Starting Position: Hands at chest level, index fingers pointing toward each other.
- Movement: Move hands back and forth alternately in small motions.
- Path: Index fingers point at each other throughout the alternating movement.
- Hand Orientation: Palms face down, fingers maintain pointing position.
- Facial Expression: Engaged expression showing active conversation.
⚠️ Common Mistakes & What to Avoid
❌ Using flat hands: Use index fingers only, not open palms.
❌ Moving together: Hands should alternate, not move simultaneously.
❌ Too far apart: Keep fingers pointing at each other throughout.
❌ No facial expression: Show engagement and active conversation.
💬 Common Sentence Examples
"We need to discuss the plan."
How to sign: Sign "we" (index finger sweeps from self to others) → sign "need" (X hand moves down firmly) → sign "discuss" (alternating index fingers) → sign "plan" (flat hands outline steps).
"Let's discuss this problem."
How to sign: Sign "let's" (L hands move forward together) → sign "discuss" → sign "this" (index finger points down) → sign "problem" (knuckles knock together twice).
"They discussed the meeting."
How to sign: Sign "they" (index finger points to group) → sign "discussed" (past tense: alternating fingers with slight backward movement) → sign "meeting" (flat hands come together, fingers touching).