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🤟 How to sign
To sign "PRESIDENT" in American Sign Language (ASL), use both hands in "P" handshapes positioned at your temples, then move them outward and down to show authority and leadership extending from the mind.
📖 Word definition
The elected head of a republic or the chief executive officer of an organization, company, or institution.
🎯 Detailed Hand Movement Guide
- Hand Shape: Both hands in "P" handshape (middle finger down, other fingers extended).
- Starting Position: Both P hands positioned at the temples on either side of your head.
- Movement: Move both hands simultaneously outward and slightly downward from temples.
- Path: Create smooth outward arc showing authority radiating from the mind.
- Hand Orientation: Palms face outward, P handshape maintained throughout movement.
- Facial Expression: Confident and authoritative expression showing leadership.
⚠️ Common Mistakes & What to Avoid
❌ Wrong handshape: Use proper "P" handshape, not pointing or flat hands.
❌ Wrong starting position: Start at temples, not forehead or ears.
❌ No outward movement: Must move hands outward to show authority extending.
❌ Too fast movement: Use deliberate, dignified pace showing importance of role.
💬 Common Sentence Examples
"The president will speak today."
How to sign: Sign "president" (P hands from temples outward) → sign "will" (flat hand moves forward from cheek) → sign "speak" (index finger circles from mouth) → sign "today" (Y hands move down twice).
"She wants to be president."
How to sign: Point to indicate "she" → sign "want" (claw hands pull toward body) → sign "to" → sign "be" (B hand at mouth moves forward) → sign "president".
"The company president resigned."
How to sign: Sign "company" (C hands together, separate) → sign "president" → sign "resign" (R hands pull back from forward position showing withdrawal from position).