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🤟 How to sign
To sign "Good Night" in American Sign Language (ASL), first sign "good" with a flat hand moving from chin downward to rest on the other palm, then sign "night" by placing the dominant hand over the non-dominant arm in a downward arc motion.
📖 Word definition
A polite expression used when parting from someone in the evening or before going to sleep; a farewell greeting used at bedtime.
🎯 Detailed Hand Movement Guide
- Hand Shape: Flat hand for "good," curved hand for "night."
- Starting Position: Right hand at chin level for "good," then both hands in front for "night."
- Movement: Move right hand from chin down to left palm, then arc right hand over left forearm.
- Path: Downward motion for "good," then smooth arc over arm for "night."
- Hand Orientation: Palm faces down for both signs, fingers point forward.
- Facial Expression: Warm, friendly expression showing care and affection.
⚠️ Common Mistakes & What to Avoid
❌ Rushed combination: Sign each word clearly and separately, don't blend them together.
❌ Wrong hand position: Make sure "good" starts at chin, not mouth or forehead.
❌ Incomplete arc: For "night," complete the full arc motion over the arm.
❌ Stiff movement: Keep movements smooth and natural, showing genuine warmth.
💬 Common Sentence Examples
"Good night, sleep well."
How to sign: Sign "good night" (flat hand chin to palm, then arc over arm) → sign "sleep" (hand closes near face) → sign "well" (thumbs up motion).
"I'm going to bed, good night."
How to sign: Sign "I" (point to self) → sign "go" (index fingers point and move forward) → sign "bed" (head tilts on hand) → sign "good night".
"Good night, see you tomorrow."
How to sign: Sign "good night" → sign "see" (V hand from eyes forward) → sign "you" (point forward) → sign "tomorrow" (A hand moves forward from cheek).