ASL LOVE
🤟 How to sign
To sign "WE" in American Sign Language (ASL), use your index finger to point to yourself first, then sweep it in an arc to include others around you, representing the inclusive group "we."
📖 Word definition
Used by a speaker to refer to himself or herself and one or more other people considered together.
🎯 Detailed Hand Movement Guide
- Hand Shape: Index finger extended, other fingers closed into fist.
- Starting Position: Point index finger toward your chest/body.
- Movement: Sweep finger in horizontal arc from yourself to include others.
- Path: Create smooth arc motion that encompasses the group being referenced.
- Hand Orientation: Index finger remains pointing throughout the arc motion.
- Facial Expression: Inclusive, making eye contact with group members when possible.
⚠️ Common Mistakes & What to Avoid
❌ Only pointing to self: Must include the arc to show "we" not just "I."
❌ Wrong finger: Use index finger, not thumb or multiple fingers.
❌ Too small arc: Make sure arc clearly includes others in the group.
❌ No starting point: Always begin by pointing to yourself first.
💬 Common Sentence Examples
"We are friends."
How to sign: Sign "we" (index finger arc from self to others) → sign "friends" (hook index fingers together, then reverse).
"We will go tomorrow."
How to sign: Sign "we" → sign "will" (flat hand moves forward) → sign "go" (index fingers point and move forward) → sign "tomorrow" (A thumb touches chin, moves forward).
"We love pizza."
How to sign: Sign "we" → sign "love" (cross arms over chest) → sign "pizza" (bent V hand draws slice shape).