Video From ASL LOVE
🤟 How to sign
To sign "Happy" in American Sign Language (ASL), place one or both hands flat on your chest and brush upward and outward repeatedly, as if joy is bubbling up from your heart.
📖 Word definition
Feeling or showing pleasure or contentment; a state of joy or satisfaction.
🎯 Detailed Hand Movement Guide
- Hand Shape: Open hand(s) with fingers together, palm facing your body.
- Starting Position: Place hand(s) on your chest.
- Movement: Brush upward and outward in circular motions.
- Repetition: Make 2-3 circular brushing motions.
- Energy: Use enthusiastic, upward movements.
- Facial Expression: Big smile, bright eyes, show genuine happiness.
⚠️ Common Mistakes & What to Avoid
❌ Downward motion: Movement should be upward, not downward.
❌ Sad face: Your facial expression must match the sign - smile!
❌ Too small movements: Make the movements visible and energetic.
❌ Forgetting to repeat: Multiple brushes show ongoing happiness.
💬 Common Sentence Examples
"I am so happy!"
How to sign: Point to yourself → sign "very/so" (V hands pull apart) → sign "happy" (upward brushing on chest with big smile).
"Happy birthday!"
How to sign: Sign "happy" (upward brushing) → sign "birthday" (middle finger from chin to chest, then flat hands like cake).
"Are you happy?"
How to sign: Point to the person → sign "happy" (upward brushing) → raise eyebrows for question.