ASL LOVE
🤟 How to sign
To sign "LOAN" in American Sign Language (ASL), use both hands in "L" handshapes with a forward pushing motion from your body toward the recipient, representing giving something temporarily that will be returned.
📖 Word definition
A thing that is borrowed, especially a sum of money that is expected to be paid back with interest; to lend something to someone temporarily.
🎯 Detailed Hand Movement Guide
- Hand Shape: Both hands in "L" handshape (index finger extended, thumb up, other fingers closed).
- Starting Position: Hands near your chest/body, palms facing outward.
- Movement: Push both hands forward simultaneously toward the person you're addressing.
- Path: Straight forward motion from body outward, showing transfer.
- Hand Orientation: Palms face outward throughout the movement, "L" shapes maintained.
- Facial Expression: Neutral to slightly serious, indicating a formal transaction.
⚠️ Common Mistakes & What to Avoid
❌ Wrong handshape: Use "L" shape, not flat hands or pointing.
❌ Pulling motion: Push forward, don't pull back toward yourself.
❌ One hand only: Both hands move together to show the transaction.
❌ Sideways movement: Move straight forward, not to the side.
💬 Common Sentence Examples
"I need a car loan."
How to sign: Point to yourself "I" → sign "need" (bent index finger moves down) → sign "car" (hands grip steering wheel) → sign "loan" (L hands push forward).
"The bank approved my loan."
How to sign: Sign "bank" (B hand taps on palm) → sign "approve" (thumbs up) → sign "my" (flat hand on chest) → sign "loan" (L hands push forward).
"Can you loan me money?"
How to sign: Sign "can" (fists move down) → sign "you" (point forward) → sign "loan" (L hands push toward you) → sign "me" (point to self) → sign "money" (flat hand taps palm).