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🤟 How to sign
To sign "OLYMPICS" in American Sign Language (ASL), use both hands to form interlocking rings by making "O" handshapes and connecting them in a circular pattern, representing the iconic Olympic rings symbol.
📖 Word definition
An international multi-sport event held every four years, featuring summer and winter sports competitions in which thousands of athletes from around the world participate.
🎯 Detailed Hand Movement Guide
- Hand Shape: Both hands in "O" handshape (thumb and index finger forming circles).
- Starting Position: Hands at chest level, slightly apart from each other.
- Movement: Connect the "O" shapes together, then move in small circular motions.
- Path: Create interlocking ring pattern, moving from left to right.
- Hand Orientation: "O" shapes face each other, then toward viewer.
- Facial Expression: Enthusiastic and proud expression showing celebration.
⚠️ Common Mistakes & What to Avoid
❌ Single ring only: Show multiple interlocking rings, not just one circle.
❌ Wrong handshape: Use clear "O" shape, not loose or unclear finger positions.
❌ No connection: Rings must appear interlocked, not separate.
❌ Too small: Make rings visible and clear, not tiny motions.
💬 Common Sentence Examples
"She won Olympics gold medal."
How to sign: Point to person → sign "win" (fist pulls up) → sign "OLYMPICS" (interlocking O rings) → sign "gold" (point to ear, then Y hand) → sign "medal" (M hands on chest).
"Olympics happen every four years."
How to sign: Sign "OLYMPICS" → sign "happen" (index fingers pop up) → sign "every" (A hand brushes palm) → sign "four" (4 handshape) → sign "years" (fists circle around each other).
"Many countries compete in Olympics."
How to sign: Sign "many" (open hands repeatedly) → sign "countries" (Y hand circles at temple) → sign "compete" (index fingers alternating forward) → sign "OLYMPICS" (interlocking rings).