ASL LOVE
🤟 How to sign
To sign "GRANDMOTHER" in American Sign Language (ASL), use your dominant hand in a "5" handshape with thumb touching your chin, then move forward in two small bouncing motions, representing the female family member from an older generation.
📖 Word definition
The mother of one's father or mother; a female grandparent.
🎯 Detailed Hand Movement Guide
- Hand Shape: Dominant hand in "5" handshape (all fingers extended and spread).
- Starting Position: Thumb touches the chin, fingers pointing upward.
- Movement: Move hand forward from chin in two small bouncing motions.
- Path: Short forward movement with gentle bouncing action.
- Hand Orientation: Palm faces toward your body, thumb maintains contact initially.
- Facial Expression: Warm, affectionate expression showing family connection.
⚠️ Common Mistakes & What to Avoid
❌ Wrong starting position: Thumb must touch chin, not just hover near it.
❌ Single movement: Use two distinct bouncing motions, not one smooth movement.
❌ Wrong handshape: Use open "5" hand, not closed fist or other shapes.
❌ Too large movement: Keep bounces small and controlled, not big gestures.
💬 Common Sentence Examples
"My grandmother bakes cookies."
How to sign: Sign "my" (flat hand on chest) → sign "grandmother" (5 hand bounces from chin) → sign "bake" (flat hands slide under imaginary pan) → sign "cookies" (C hand cuts on palm).
"Grandmother lives far away."
How to sign: Sign "grandmother" → sign "live" (L hands move up chest) → sign "far" (A hands separate with index fingers pointing) → sign "away" (curved hand moves away from body).
"I visit grandmother every Sunday."
How to sign: Sign "I" (point to self) → sign "visit" (V hands circle alternately) → sign "grandmother" → sign "every" (A hand brushes down palm) → sign "Sunday" (flat hands move in circles).