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🤟 How to sign
To sign "Grammar" in American Sign Language (ASL), use your dominant hand in a "G" handshape and tap it twice on your non-dominant palm, representing the systematic rules and structure of language.
📖 Word definition
The whole system and structure of a language or of languages in general, usually taken as consisting of syntax and morphology.
🎯 Detailed Hand Movement Guide
- Hand Shape: Dominant hand in "G" handshape (index finger and thumb form circle, other fingers closed).
- Starting Position: Non-dominant hand flat, palm up at chest level; dominant hand above it.
- Movement: Tap the "G" handshape twice on the center of the flat palm.
- Path: Straight down tapping motion, lift slightly between taps.
- Hand Orientation: "G" hand faces down toward palm, non-dominant palm faces up.
- Facial Expression: Focused and serious, reflecting the academic nature of grammar study.
⚠️ Common Mistakes & What to Avoid
❌ Wrong handshape: Use "G" handshape, not "C" or other letters.
❌ Single tap: Must tap twice to distinguish from similar signs.
❌ Wrong location: Tap on palm center, not fingers or wrist.
❌ Too soft: Make clear, deliberate taps that are visible.
💬 Common Sentence Examples
"I study grammar every day."
How to sign: Point to self → sign "study" (wiggling fingers toward head) → sign "grammar" (G taps palm twice) → sign "every" (A hand brushes down palm) → sign "day" (D hand on elbow, arc across).
"Grammar rules are important."
How to sign: Sign "grammar" → sign "rules" (R hands move down in parallel lines) → sign "important" (F hands rotate up to emphasize).
"She teaches grammar class."
How to sign: Point to her → sign "teach" (hands move forward from head) → sign "grammar" → sign "class" (C hands form circle outline).