ASL LOVE
🤟 How to sign
To sign "GOOD LUCK" in American Sign Language (ASL), first sign "GOOD" with thumbs up, then sign "LUCK" by shaking both hands with fingers spread while moving them forward, representing positive fortune coming your way.
📖 Word definition
An expression of hope that someone will be successful or that good fortune will come to them in a particular situation or endeavor.
🎯 Detailed Hand Movement Guide
- Hand Shape: For "GOOD": thumbs up with closed fists. For "LUCK": open hands with fingers spread.
- Starting Position: "GOOD" starts at chest level, "LUCK" begins with hands at shoulder height.
- Movement: "GOOD": thumbs up motion, "LUCK": shake hands while moving forward.
- Path: "GOOD" moves slightly upward, "LUCK" moves forward with shaking motion.
- Hand Orientation: "GOOD": thumbs point up, "LUCK": palms face forward with fingers spread.
- Facial Expression: Positive, encouraging expression with slight smile and raised eyebrows.
⚠️ Common Mistakes & What to Avoid
❌ Weak thumbs up: Make "GOOD" with clear, strong thumbs up gesture.
❌ Static luck sign: "LUCK" needs shaking motion, not just static hands.
❌ Wrong sequence: Always sign "GOOD" first, then "LUCK".
❌ Negative expression: Maintain positive facial expression throughout both signs.
💬 Common Sentence Examples
"Good luck on your test!"
How to sign: Sign "good luck" (thumbs up + shaking hands) → sign "on" (flat hand on flat hand) → sign "your" (point to person) → sign "test" (index fingers draw question marks in air).
"I wish you good luck."
How to sign: Sign "I" (point to self) → sign "wish" (C hand pulls from chest) → sign "you" (point forward) → sign "good luck" (thumbs up + shaking hands forward).
"Good luck with your job interview."
How to sign: Sign "good luck" → sign "with" (A hands together) → sign "your" (point to person) → sign "job" (S hand taps wrist) → sign "interview" (I hands alternate back and forth).