To sign the name Ava, you will fingerspell the letters A-V-A. Start by forming the letter 'A' with your dominant hand, making a fist with your thumb resting against the side of your index finger. Next, transition smoothly into the letter 'V' by extending your index and middle fingers apart while keeping the others curled. Finally, close your fingers back into the 'A' handshape.
Sign 'MY FRIEND NAME' and then smoothly fingerspell A-V-A. Keep your hand steady in your fingerspelling space without bouncing between the letters.
Fingerspell A-V-A, then sign 'COME PARTY'. Make sure to raise your eyebrows and lean slightly forward at the end to indicate a yes/no question.
Sign 'I NEED CALL' and then fingerspell A-V-A. Ensure your palm is facing outward toward the person you are conversing with.
Sign 'MY FRIEND NAME' and then smoothly fingerspell A-V-A. Keep your hand steady in your fingerspelling space without bouncing between the letters.
Fingerspell A-V-A, then sign 'COME PARTY'. Make sure to raise your eyebrows and lean slightly forward at the end to indicate a yes/no question.
Sign 'I NEED CALL' and then fingerspell A-V-A. Ensure your palm is facing outward toward the person you are conversing with.
No, you shouldn't pause between the letters. Aim for a smooth, continuous motion. Since 'Ava' is a short name, the letters should flow naturally from one to the next without any jerky stops.
In Deaf culture, name signs are traditionally given by a Deaf person based on a person's personality or physical traits. Until a Deaf person gives someone named Ava a specific name sign, you should always fingerspell A-V-A.
Always use your dominant hand to fingerspell. If you are right-handed, use your right hand. Keep it comfortably raised near your shoulder with your palm facing outward, and keep your non-dominant hand relaxed.
