ASL LOVE
🤟 How to sign
To sign "SUCCESS" in American Sign Language (ASL), use both hands in "1" handshapes starting at chest level, then move them upward and outward in a triumphant motion, representing achievement and accomplishment.
📖 Word definition
The accomplishment of an aim or purpose; the attainment of popularity or profit; a person or thing that achieves desired aims or attains prosperity.
🎯 Detailed Hand Movement Guide
- Hand Shape: Both hands in "1" handshape (index finger extended, other fingers closed).
- Starting Position: Hands at chest level, index fingers pointing upward.
- Movement: Move both hands upward and slightly outward in a confident motion.
- Path: Create upward arc motion ending above shoulder level.
- Hand Orientation: Index fingers maintain upward pointing throughout movement.
- Facial Expression: Confident, positive expression showing achievement and pride.
⚠️ Common Mistakes & What to Avoid
❌ Wrong handshape: Use "1" handshape, not open hands or fists.
❌ Downward movement: Move upward to show achievement, not down.
❌ Too small motion: Make confident, visible upward movement.
❌ Neutral expression: Show positive, triumphant facial expression.
💬 Common Sentence Examples
"She achieved great success."
How to sign: Sign "she" (point to female) → sign "achieve" (A hands move up to open hands) → sign "great" (G hands move apart) → sign "success" (1 hands move up triumphantly).
"The business was a success."
How to sign: Sign "business" (B hand on wrist) → sign "was" (W hand moves back) → sign "success" (1 hands move upward with confidence).
"Success requires hard work."
How to sign: Sign "success" (1 hands triumphant upward) → sign "require" (X hands hook together) → sign "hard" (bent V hits fist) → sign "work" (fists hit alternately).