ASL LOVE
🤟 How to sign
To sign "SWEETHEART" in American Sign Language (ASL), use both hands in "5" handshapes placed over your heart area, then move them outward in a gentle, loving gesture while transitioning to a heart shape formation.
📖 Word definition
A person who is loved romantically; a term of endearment for someone dear to one's heart; a beloved romantic partner.
🎯 Detailed Hand Movement Guide
- Hand Shape: Both hands start in "5" handshape (all fingers extended), then form heart shape with thumbs and index fingers.
- Starting Position: Both hands placed over the heart area on the chest.
- Movement: Gently move hands outward from chest while forming heart shape with thumbs and index fingers touching.
- Path: Smooth outward motion from heart center, extending love outward.
- Hand Orientation: Palms face toward body initially, then turn slightly outward during heart formation.
- Facial Expression: Warm, loving expression with soft smile and gentle eyes.
⚠️ Common Mistakes & What to Avoid
❌ Wrong starting position: Must start at heart area, not random chest location.
❌ Harsh movement: Use gentle, flowing motion, not abrupt or mechanical.
❌ Incomplete heart shape: Ensure thumbs and index fingers clearly form heart outline.
❌ Neutral expression: Show warmth and affection in facial expression.
💬 Common Sentence Examples
"You are my sweetheart."
How to sign: Point to person with index finger → sign "my" (flat hand on chest) → sign "sweetheart" (heart gesture from chest outward).
"My sweetheart is beautiful."
How to sign: Sign "my" (flat hand on chest) → sign "sweetheart" → sign "beautiful" (5 hand circles face, closes to "O" at chin).
"I love my sweetheart."
How to sign: Sign "I" (point to self) → sign "love" (cross arms over chest) → sign "my" → sign "sweetheart" (gentle heart formation).