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🤟 How to sign
To sign "Migrate" in American Sign Language (ASL), use both hands in "3" handshapes moving forward in an arc pattern, representing groups moving from one place to another.
📖 Word definition
To move from one region or habitat to another, especially regularly according to the seasons.
🎯 Detailed Hand Movement Guide
- Hand Shape: Both hands in "3" handshape (thumb, index, middle fingers extended).
- Starting Position: Hands at one side of your body, fingers pointing forward.
- Movement: Move both hands in forward arc to opposite side.
- Path: Create smooth arc showing journey from one place to another.
- Hand Orientation: Fingers continue pointing forward throughout.
- Facial Expression: Neutral, showing purposeful movement.
⚠️ Common Mistakes & What to Avoid
❌ Straight line: Use arc motion, not straight across.
❌ Wrong handshape: Use "3" shape, not full open hands.
❌ One hand only: Both hands move together showing group movement.
❌ Too quick: Show the journey taking time.
💬 Common Sentence Examples
"Birds migrate south."
How to sign: Sign "bird" (beak opening/closing at mouth) → sign "migrate" (3 hands arc) → sign "south" (S hand moves down).
"Whales migrate every year."
How to sign: Sign "whale" (W hand makes swimming motion) → sign "migrate" → sign "every" (A hand brushes down palm) → sign "year" (fists circle each other).
"Animals migrate for food."
How to sign: Sign "animals" (fingers on chest, breathe motion) → sign "migrate" → sign "for" → sign "food" (bring fingers to mouth).