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🤟 How to sign
To sign "GOAL" in American Sign Language (ASL), use your dominant hand in a "G" handshape starting near your non-dominant shoulder, then move it forward and slightly downward toward your non-dominant hand positioned as a target or endpoint.
📖 Word definition
An aim or desired result; something that one hopes or intends to accomplish; a target or objective to be reached.
🎯 Detailed Hand Movement Guide
- Hand Shape: Dominant hand in "G" handshape (index finger and thumb forming circle, other fingers closed).
- Starting Position: Dominant hand near non-dominant shoulder, non-dominant hand positioned as flat palm facing you.
- Movement: Move dominant "G" hand forward and slightly down toward non-dominant palm.
- Path: Direct, purposeful movement from starting point to target (non-dominant hand).
- Hand Orientation: "G" handshape maintains orientation throughout movement, palm facing forward.
- Facial Expression: Focused and determined expression showing intention and purpose.
⚠️ Common Mistakes & What to Avoid
❌ Wrong handshape: Use "G" handshape, not pointing finger or fist.
❌ Unclear target: Non-dominant hand must be clearly positioned as endpoint.
❌ Curved movement: Movement should be direct and purposeful, not curved.
❌ Weak expression: Show determination and focus in facial expression.
💬 Common Sentence Examples
"My goal is graduation."
How to sign: Sign "my" (flat hand on chest) → sign "goal" (G hand to palm target) → sign "graduation" (G hand moves from forehead down and out).
"Team scored a goal."
How to sign: Sign "team" (T hands side by side) → sign "score" (index fingers mark points) → sign "goal" (G hand to target) → can add sports context with goal post gesture.
"Set your goals high."
How to sign: Sign "set" (both hands place down) → sign "your" (point to person) → sign "goals" (repeat goal sign) → sign "high" (H hand moves upward).