ASL LOVE
🤟 How to sign
To sign "WRONG" in American Sign Language (ASL), use your dominant hand in a "Y" handshape and tap it against your chin twice, representing the concept of something being incorrect or mistaken.
📖 Word definition
Not correct or true; inaccurate; mistaken; contrary to what is morally right or good.
🎯 Detailed Hand Movement Guide
- Hand Shape: Dominant hand in "Y" handshape (thumb and pinky extended, other fingers folded).
- Starting Position: Hand positioned near your chin, knuckles facing outward.
- Movement: Tap the knuckles of the "Y" hand against your chin twice.
- Path: Small, controlled tapping motion directly on the chin area.
- Hand Orientation: Knuckles face forward, thumb points up throughout the sign.
- Facial Expression: Slightly furrowed brow or disapproving expression to match the negative meaning.
⚠️ Common Mistakes & What to Avoid
❌ Wrong handshape: Use "Y" shape, not pointing finger or flat hand.
❌ Wrong location: Tap on chin, not cheek or mouth area.
❌ Too many taps: Use exactly two taps, not one or multiple.
❌ Too forceful: Gentle tapping motion, not hard hitting.
💬 Common Sentence Examples
"That answer is wrong."
How to sign: Point to the answer → sign "wrong" (Y hand taps chin twice) → nod to confirm the statement.
"You're wrong about that."
How to sign: Point to the person → sign "wrong" → point away from yourself (indicating "about that").
"I was wrong yesterday."
How to sign: Point to yourself → sign "wrong" → sign "yesterday" (thumb touches cheek, moves back over shoulder).