ASL LOVE
🤟 How to sign
To sign "REQUIRE" in American Sign Language (ASL), use your dominant hand in an "X" handshape to make a firm hooking motion toward yourself, representing the concept of demanding or needing something.
📖 Word definition
To need something as necessary; to demand as compulsory or essential.
🎯 Detailed Hand Movement Guide
- Hand Shape: Dominant hand in "X" handshape (index finger bent like a hook).
- Starting Position: Hand extended forward at chest level, palm facing down.
- Movement: Pull hand back toward your body in a firm, decisive motion.
- Path: Straight line from extended position to chest area.
- Hand Orientation: Palm faces down throughout, X finger acts as hook.
- Facial Expression: Serious, determined expression showing necessity.
⚠️ Common Mistakes & What to Avoid
❌ Wrong handshape: Use "X" shape, not pointing finger or fist.
❌ Weak movement: Make firm, decisive pull showing demand.
❌ Wrong direction: Pull toward yourself, not push away.
❌ Too gentle: Show authority and necessity in the movement.
💬 Common Sentence Examples
"This job requires experience."
How to sign: Sign "this" (point down) → sign "job" (J hands tap together) → sign "require" (X hand pulls back) → sign "experience" (E hand on temple).
"School requires uniforms."
How to sign: Sign "school" (clap hands twice) → sign "require" → sign "uniform" (U hands brush down chest showing clothing).
"We require your signature."
How to sign: Sign "we" (point to group) → sign "require" → sign "your" (point to person) → sign "signature" (write motion in palm).