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🤟 How to sign
To sign "GRANDFATHER" in American Sign Language (ASL), first sign "FATHER" by placing your thumb on your forehead with fingers spread, then move your hand forward to sign "OLD" by stroking downward from your chin.
📖 Word definition
The father of one's father or mother; a male grandparent.
🎯 Detailed Hand Movement Guide
- Hand Shape: Start with "5" handshape (all fingers extended), thumb touches forehead for "FATHER".
- Starting Position: Dominant hand at forehead level, thumb touching forehead.
- Movement: Tap thumb on forehead twice, then move hand to chin area.
- Path: From forehead down to chin, then stroke downward from chin.
- Hand Orientation: Palm faces toward body throughout the sign.
- Facial Expression: Neutral to warm expression, showing family connection.
⚠️ Common Mistakes & What to Avoid
❌ Wrong location: Touch forehead, not temple or side of head for "FATHER".
❌ Missing "OLD" part: Must include the chin stroke to show "grandfather" not just "father".
❌ Wrong handshape: Use open "5" hand, not closed fist or pointing finger.
❌ Too fast: Make distinct "FATHER" then "OLD" - don't rush the compound sign.
💬 Common Sentence Examples
"My grandfather is wise."
How to sign: Sign "my" (flat hand on chest) → sign "grandfather" (thumb on forehead, then chin stroke) → sign "wise" (X handshape at temple, move forward).
"Grandfather tells stories."
How to sign: Sign "grandfather" → sign "tell" (index finger from mouth forward) → sign "story" (link thumbs and index fingers, pull apart repeatedly).
"I visit grandfather often."
How to sign: Sign "I" (point to self) → sign "visit" (V hands alternating up) → sign "grandfather" → sign "often" (bent hand taps palm repeatedly).