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🤟 How to sign
To sign "NEPHEW" in American Sign Language (ASL), start with the sign for "BOY" (flat hand at forehead), then transition to the "N" handshape at the temple area, indicating a male family member of the next generation.
📖 Word definition
The son of one's brother or sister, or the son of one's spouse's brother or sister.
🎯 Detailed Hand Movement Guide
- Hand Shape: Start with flat hand, then transition to "N" handshape (index and middle fingers extended, curved).
- Starting Position: Flat hand at forehead for "BOY" sign.
- Movement: Move hand from forehead to temple area while changing to "N" handshape.
- Path: Smooth transition from forehead to side of head near temple.
- Hand Orientation: Palm faces down initially, then "N" handshape faces outward at temple.
- Facial Expression: Neutral, can show familial warmth when appropriate.
⚠️ Common Mistakes & What to Avoid
❌ Wrong handshape: Use proper "N" handshape, not other letter formations.
❌ Skipping BOY sign: Must include the male indicator before the "N" at temple.
❌ Wrong location: "N" handshape should be at temple area, not forehead.
❌ Too fast transition: Show clear distinction between "BOY" and "N" components.
💬 Common Sentence Examples
"My nephew is five years old."
How to sign: Sign "MY" (flat hand to chest) → sign "NEPHEW" (BOY + N at temple) → sign "FIVE" (five fingers up) → sign "YEARS" (fists circle) → sign "OLD" (stroke beard downward).
"I love my nephew very much."
How to sign: Sign "I" (point to self) → sign "LOVE" (cross arms over chest) → sign "MY" → sign "NEPHEW" → sign "VERY" (V hands pull apart) → sign "MUCH" (claw hands pull apart).
"My nephew plays basketball."
How to sign: Sign "MY" → sign "NEPHEW" → sign "PLAY" (Y hands shake) → sign "BASKETBALL" (hands mime shooting ball into hoop).