ASL LOVE
🤟 How to sign
To sign "TODAY" in American Sign Language (ASL), use both hands in "Y" handshapes and bring them down simultaneously in front of your body, representing the current day or present time.
📖 Word definition
On or during this present day; at the present time.
🎯 Detailed Hand Movement Guide
- Hand Shape: Both hands in "Y" handshape (thumb and pinky extended, other fingers folded).
- Starting Position: Hands positioned at chest level in front of your body.
- Movement: Drop both hands straight down simultaneously about 6-8 inches.
- Path: Vertical downward motion, parallel to your body.
- Hand Orientation: Palms face down throughout the movement.
- Facial Expression: Neutral with slight emphasis to show present time.
⚠️ Common Mistakes & What to Avoid
❌ Wrong handshape: Use "Y" shape, not flat hands or other handshapes.
❌ Diagonal movement: Move straight down, not at an angle.
❌ One hand only: Both hands must move together simultaneously.
❌ Too slow motion: Make a quick, decisive downward movement.
💬 Common Sentence Examples
"I work today."
How to sign: Point to yourself ("I") → sign "work" (fist hits palm repeatedly) → sign "today" (Y hands drop down).
"Today is sunny."
How to sign: Sign "today" (Y hands drop) → sign "sunny" (circle above head with index finger pointing up).
"What are you doing today?"
How to sign: Sign "what" (index fingers wiggle) → sign "you" (point forward) → sign "do" (C hands move side to side) → sign "today" (Y hands drop down).