To sign anytime, combine the signs for ANY and TIME. First, form an 'A' handshape with your dominant hand, thumb pointing up, and make a quick twisting motion outward to the side. Then, immediately change your dominant hand to a '1' handshape (index finger extended) and tap the back of your non-dominant wrist, right where a watch would sit.
Sign 'anytime' at the end of the sentence to show that there is no specific restriction on when they can visit.
Use 'anytime' after 'call me' to emphasize your constant availability and willingness to assist.
Sign 'tomorrow' followed by 'anytime' to clarify your completely open schedule for the following day.
Sign 'anytime' at the end of the sentence to show that there is no specific restriction on when they can visit.
Use 'anytime' after 'call me' to emphasize your constant availability and willingness to assist.
Sign 'tomorrow' followed by 'anytime' to clarify your completely open schedule for the following day.
Yes, in ASL, 'anytime' is a compound sign. You fluidly combine the sign for 'any' and the sign for 'time' together in one continuous motion to create the single concept of 'anytime'.
No, you do not need to be wearing a physical watch. The location on the back of the wrist is universally understood as the location for 'time' in ASL, whether a watch is actually present or not.
While English speakers sometimes say 'anytime' in response to 'thank you', in ASL it is much more natural to use the actual sign for 'you're welcome' or 'fine' rather than the literal translation of 'anytime'.
