ASL LOVE
🤟 How to sign
To sign "YOUR FAULT" in American Sign Language (ASL), first point to the person with your index finger, then use your dominant hand in a "Y" handshape to strike the back of your non-dominant hand, indicating blame or responsibility.
📖 Word definition
An expression used to assign blame or responsibility to someone for a mistake, problem, or negative outcome.
🎯 Detailed Hand Movement Guide
- Hand Shape: Start with index finger pointing, then dominant hand in "Y" handshape (thumb and pinky extended).
- Starting Position: Point at person, then non-dominant hand flat, palm down at chest level.
- Movement: Point first, then strike back of flat hand with side of "Y" hand.
- Path: Direct point forward, then downward striking motion.
- Hand Orientation: Index finger points out, "Y" hand strikes with pinky side down.
- Facial Expression: Serious or accusatory expression, eyebrows slightly furrowed.
⚠️ Common Mistakes & What to Avoid
❌ Wrong handshape: Use "Y" shape for fault, not index finger or fist.
❌ Gentle touch: Strike with firm motion to show blame assignment.
❌ Missing "YOUR": Always point first to establish who is being blamed.
❌ Wrong target: Strike back of hand, not palm or fingers.
💬 Common Sentence Examples
"The accident was your fault."
How to sign: Sign "accident" (index fingers collide) → sign "was" (W hand moves back) → sign "your fault" (point + Y hand strikes back of other hand).
"Don't say it's your fault."
How to sign: Sign "don't" (shake head with open hand) → sign "say" (index finger from mouth forward) → sign "your fault" (point + strike motion).
"It's not your fault this time."
How to sign: Sign "not" (thumb under chin, out) → sign "your fault" → sign "this" (index finger down) → sign "time" (index finger taps wrist).