ASL LOVE
🤟 How to sign
To sign "DO YOU KNOW SIGN" in American Sign Language (ASL), combine four separate signs in sequence: point to the person (YOU), tap temple with index finger (KNOW), and use both hands to show signing motion (SIGN). This is a common question used to ask if someone can communicate in sign language.
📖 Word definition
A question asking whether someone is able to communicate using American Sign Language or sign language in general.
🎯 Detailed Hand Movement Guide
- Hand Shape: Index finger pointing for "YOU", index finger for "KNOW", and relaxed hands with fingers spread for "SIGN".
- Starting Position: Begin with dominant hand ready to point forward toward the person.
- Movement: Point to person → tap temple → move both hands alternately in signing motion.
- Path: Direct point forward, single tap to temple, then alternating circular motions in front of body.
- Hand Orientation: Index finger forward for pointing, finger toward temple, palms facing each other for signing motion.
- Facial Expression: Questioning expression with raised eyebrows and slight head tilt forward.
⚠️ Common Mistakes & What to Avoid
❌ Skipping facial expression: Must show questioning expression with raised eyebrows.
❌ Wrong temple tap: Use index finger, not whole hand on forehead.
❌ Static signing motion: Both hands should move alternately, not together.
❌ Pointing too aggressively: Use gentle, polite pointing gesture.
💬 Common Sentence Examples
"Do you know sign language?"
How to sign: Point to person (YOU) → tap temple with index finger (KNOW) → both hands alternate signing motion (SIGN) → fingerspell "L-A-N-G-U-A-G-E" or sign "LANGUAGE" (L hands moving apart).
"I'm learning to sign, do you know sign?"
How to sign: Point to self (I) → sign "LEARN" (flat hand to forehead then down to palm) → sign "SIGN" → point to person (YOU) → tap temple (KNOW) → signing motion (SIGN).
"My friend asked do you know sign."
How to sign: Sign "MY" (flat hand to chest) → sign "FRIEND" (index fingers hook together) → sign "ASK" (hands come together pointing forward) → point forward (YOU) → tap temple (KNOW) → signing motion (SIGN).