To sign 'breath', start by placing both open hands flat against your torso, with one hand on your upper chest and the other resting on your stomach. Move both hands outward away from your body, then bring them back in. This motion mimics the natural rising and falling of your chest as you take a breath.
Sign 'deep' followed by the sign for 'breath'. To emphasize the word 'deep', exaggerate the outward motion of your hands and physically take a deep breath yourself.
You can sign 'finish' or 'none' followed by 'breath'. Be sure to add panting facial expressions and slumped body language to clearly convey your exhaustion.
Sign 'breath' and then pause your hands at the extended, outward position. You can close them into fists or use a 'hold' sign to show that the air is trapped.
Sign 'deep' followed by the sign for 'breath'. To emphasize the word 'deep', exaggerate the outward motion of your hands and physically take a deep breath yourself.
You can sign 'finish' or 'none' followed by 'breath'. Be sure to add panting facial expressions and slumped body language to clearly convey your exhaustion.
Sign 'breath' and then pause your hands at the extended, outward position. You can close them into fists or use a 'hold' sign to show that the air is trapped.
Yes, the sign is essentially the same for both the noun 'breath' and the verb 'breathe'. The difference is often shown through the speed and repetition of the movement, as well as the context of your sentence.
You don't have to breathe heavily unless the context requires it, like if you are telling a story about running. However, subtly matching your natural breathing to the hand movement makes the sign look much more fluid.
Usually, your dominant hand rests on your upper chest while your non-dominant hand rests lower on your stomach. However, it is generally acceptable either way as long as the outward and inward motion is clear.
