ASL LOVE
🤟 How to sign
To sign "I MISS YOU" in American Sign Language (ASL), point to yourself for "I", then use your index finger to touch your chin and move it forward toward the person for "MISS", followed by pointing to the person for "YOU".
📖 Word definition
An expression of longing or sadness felt when someone you care about is absent or away from you.
🎯 Detailed Hand Movement Guide
- Hand Shape: Index finger extended for all three signs, other fingers closed.
- Starting Position: Point index finger toward your chest for "I".
- Movement: Touch chin with index finger, then move forward toward person for "MISS".
- Path: Direct pointing motions with smooth transition between signs.
- Hand Orientation: Index finger points inward for "I", touches chin then extends outward for "MISS", points toward person for "YOU".
- Facial Expression: Sad or longing expression, eyebrows slightly down, sincere emotion.
⚠️ Common Mistakes & What to Avoid
❌ Wrong finger placement: Touch chin with index finger tip, not side of finger.
❌ No facial expression: Show genuine emotion of missing someone.
❌ Rushing the signs: Take time between each sign for clarity.
❌ Weak pointing: Make clear, direct pointing gestures for "I" and "YOU".
💬 Common Sentence Examples
"I miss you so much."
How to sign: Sign "I" (point to self) → sign "miss" (index finger touches chin, moves forward) → sign "you" (point to person) → sign "so much" (hands start together, pull apart showing intensity).
"I miss you when you're away."
How to sign: Sign "I miss you" → sign "when" (index fingers circle each other) → sign "you" → sign "away" (A hand moves away from body).
"Do you miss me too?"
How to sign: Sign "you" (point to person) → sign "miss" → sign "me" (point to self) → sign "too" (index finger touches chin, moves to touch other index finger) → questioning facial expression.