ASL LOVE
🤟 How to sign
To sign "PAY ATTENTION" in American Sign Language (ASL), use both hands in flat handshapes starting at your temples, then move them forward toward the object or person you're directing attention to, representing focusing your mind and eyes.
📖 Word definition
To focus one's mind, concentration, or awareness on something; to listen carefully or watch closely.
🎯 Detailed Hand Movement Guide
- Hand Shape: Both hands in flat handshape (all fingers extended and together, thumb alongside).
- Starting Position: Both hands positioned at the sides of your temples/forehead area.
- Movement: Move both hands forward simultaneously in a straight line toward the target.
- Path: Direct, purposeful movement from head toward the focus point.
- Hand Orientation: Palms facing down, fingers pointing forward throughout the movement.
- Facial Expression: Alert, focused expression with direct eye contact toward the target.
⚠️ Common Mistakes & What to Avoid
❌ Wrong starting position: Start at temples, not forehead center or sides of head.
❌ Curved movement: Use straight, direct path forward, not arcing motion.
❌ Wrong handshape: Use flat hands, not pointing fingers or fists.
❌ Weak facial expression: Show alert, focused expression, not neutral face.
💬 Common Sentence Examples
"Students pay attention to teacher."
How to sign: Sign "students" (S hands at shoulders) → sign "pay attention" (flat hands from temples forward) → sign "to" → sign "teacher" (flat hands from forehead, then person marker).
"Pay attention to the road."
How to sign: Sign "pay attention" (flat hands from temples forward) → sign "to" → sign "road" (R hands move forward parallel showing path).
"Please pay attention during class."
How to sign: Sign "please" (flat hand circles on chest) → sign "pay attention" → sign "during" → sign "class" (C hands clap together twice).