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🤟 How to sign
To sign "Santa Claus" in American Sign Language (ASL), use your dominant hand in a "C" handshape to outline a large beard from your chin down to your chest, representing Santa's iconic white beard.
📖 Word definition
A legendary figure associated with Christmas who is said to bring gifts to children on Christmas Eve, traditionally depicted as a jolly man with a white beard wearing a red suit.
🎯 Detailed Hand Movement Guide
- Hand Shape: Dominant hand in "C" handshape (curved fingers and thumb).
- Starting Position: Hand positioned at your chin level, "C" shape facing outward.
- Movement: Move hand downward from chin to chest in a curved motion.
- Path: Follow the outline of a large, full beard extending down the front of your body.
- Hand Orientation: "C" shape maintains outward facing position throughout movement.
- Facial Expression: Friendly, jolly expression to match Santa's cheerful character.
⚠️ Common Mistakes & What to Avoid
❌ Wrong handshape: Use "C" shape, not flat hand or fist.
❌ Too small movement: Make a large beard outline, not just at chin.
❌ Straight down: Use curved motion following beard's natural shape.
❌ Wrong starting point: Begin at chin, not cheek or mouth area.
💬 Common Sentence Examples
"Santa Claus brings presents."
How to sign: Sign "Santa Claus" (C hand outlines beard) → sign "bring" (both hands move toward you) → sign "present" (P hands move up like opening a box).
"Children love Santa Claus."
How to sign: Sign "children" (pat hand down twice showing height) → sign "love" (cross arms over chest) → sign "Santa Claus" (C hand beard outline).
"Santa Claus comes Christmas night."
How to sign: Sign "Santa Claus" → sign "come" (index fingers move toward you) → sign "Christmas" (C hand arc) → sign "night" (flat hand over curved hand).