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CHA for Very Large

CHA uses a wide open mouth to show that something is very large, tall, thick, or intense.

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Close-up of an ASL signer using a wide CHA mouth shape for very large

Learn It

Start with the simple version, then practice it with real signs.

Use CHA when the thing is bigger than normal. It can make HOUSE feel like a huge house or BUILDING feel very tall.

The mouth opens wide. The face can look impressed, but the main point is size or intensity.

Pair CHA with a sign that can be large, tall, heavy, thick, or strong.

Open wideDrop the jaw and open the mouth clearly.
Large meaningUse it for huge size, strong intensity, or a big amount.
Use with the signMake CHA while signing the size or object.

Try It

Practice slowly. Make the mouth shape at the same time as the sign.

  1. Sign with CHA to show a huge house.
  2. Sign with CHA to show a very tall tree.
  3. Sign with CHA to show a large or bulky box.

Simple Examples

Read the ASL line first. A dark green pill names the mouth shape, not an extra sign.

ASL line . CHA mouth
MeaningA huge house.
TipCHA makes the size feel much bigger than normal.
Mouth actionCHA mouthOpen the mouth wide during HOUSE or BIG.
ASL line . CHA mouth
MeaningA very tall tree.
TipThe mouth shape adds the extreme size.
Mouth actionCHA mouthUse a wide open mouth as the height idea appears.
ASL line . CHA mouth
MeaningA large, heavy box.
TipCHA can make the object feel bulky or intense.
Mouth actionCHA mouthKeep the open mouth connected to the heavy size.

Common Mistake

Do not use CHA for every positive or exciting thing. It should connect to size, amount, or intensity.

Deeper Note

A little more grammar

Some signers use stronger versions for truly massive size. Beginners can start with clear CHA before learning rarer extreme forms.