Video From ASL LOVE
🤟 How to sign
To sign "I Love You" in American Sign Language (ASL), extend your thumb, index finger, and pinky while keeping your middle and ring fingers down, creating a combination of the letters I, L, and Y in one handshape.
📖 Word definition
An expression of deep affection and care toward someone; combining "I", "Love", and "You" in a single sign.
🎯 Detailed Hand Movement Guide
- Hand Shape: Extend thumb, index finger, and pinky finger.
- Fingers Down: Keep middle and ring fingers folded down.
- Palm Direction: Palm faces toward the person you're signing to.
- Position: Hold at comfortable chest or shoulder level.
- Movement: Can be still or gently moved forward toward recipient.
- Facial Expression: Warm, loving expression with eye contact.
⚠️ Common Mistakes & What to Avoid
❌ Wrong fingers: Make sure thumb, index, and pinky are up - not other combinations.
❌ Palm facing wrong way: Palm should face the recipient, not yourself.
❌ Too casual: Show genuine emotion in your face and delivery.
❌ Confusing with rock sign: This is ILY, not "rock on" (which doesn't include thumb).
💬 Common Sentence Examples
"I love you too."
How to sign: Sign "I love you" (ILY handshape) → sign "too/also" (same hand taps twice in same spot).
"I love you so much."
How to sign: Sign "I love you" → sign "so much" (both hands start together, pull apart with emphasis).
"Mom, I love you."
How to sign: Sign "mom" (thumb on chin, fingers spread) → sign "I love you" (ILY handshape toward mom).