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🤟 How to sign
To sign "VICE PRESIDENT" in American Sign Language (ASL), first sign "VICE" using a "V" handshape tapping the side of your forehead, then sign "PRESIDENT" by placing "C" handshapes at your temples and moving them outward to show authority and leadership.
📖 Word definition
An official ranking below and deputizing for a president, typically the second-highest executive officer in a government or organization.
🎯 Detailed Hand Movement Guide
- Hand Shape: Start with "V" handshape for "VICE," then transition to "C" handshapes for "PRESIDENT."
- Starting Position: "V" hand near temple, then both "C" hands at temples for "PRESIDENT."
- Movement: Tap "V" at temple, then move "C" hands outward from temples simultaneously.
- Path: Small tap motion for "VICE," then smooth outward movement for "PRESIDENT."
- Hand Orientation: "V" fingers point toward temple, "C" hands face forward then turn slightly outward.
- Facial Expression: Serious, respectful expression showing the importance of the position.
⚠️ Common Mistakes & What to Avoid
❌ Wrong handshape: Use clear "V" for vice, not pointing finger.
❌ Skipping VICE: Must sign both parts - "VICE" then "PRESIDENT."
❌ Wrong location: "VICE" taps temple, "PRESIDENT" starts at temples.
❌ Rushed transition: Pause briefly between "VICE" and "PRESIDENT" signs.
💬 Common Sentence Examples
"The vice president will speak today."
How to sign: Sign "vice president" (V tap temple + C hands from temples) → sign "will" (flat hand moves forward) → sign "speak" (index finger circles from mouth) → sign "today" (Y hands move down).
"She became vice president last year."
How to sign: Point to indicate "she" → sign "become" (flat hands flip over) → sign "vice president" → sign "last" (thumb flicks back) → sign "year" (fists circle each other).
"The vice president supports the president."
How to sign: Sign "vice president" → sign "support" (S hand pushes up under flat hand) → sign "president" (C hands from temples outward).