With hands open in a "bent 5" or "claw" handshape place palms facing the signer and the backs of the fingers just under the chin. Simultaneously draw the hands downward slightly and close the hands into fists or an "S" handshape. Facial expression will indicate just how much care is involved.
Point to yourself, sign "care" by starting with claw hands under your chin and pulling down into tight fists, then point to the other person. Use a warm, sincere facial expression to show deep feeling.
Point to the person, sign "family", and then sign "care" by drawing your clawed hands down into fists. A gentle nod and soft smile will emphasize her genuine affection and emotional connection.
Sign "we", then "community", followed by "care". As you pull your hands down into the "S" handshape, make your movement deliberate and firm to show strong commitment and value toward the community.
Point to yourself, sign "care" by starting with claw hands under your chin and pulling down into tight fists, then point to the other person. Use a warm, sincere facial expression to show deep feeling.
Point to the person, sign "family", and then sign "care" by drawing your clawed hands down into fists. A gentle nod and soft smile will emphasize her genuine affection and emotional connection.
Sign "we", then "community", followed by "care". As you pull your hands down into the "S" handshape, make your movement deliberate and firm to show strong commitment and value toward the community.
No, this specific sign is used for emotional care, like cherishing someone or caring deeply about a cause. For 'take care of' or 'be careful,' ASL uses a completely different sign involving two 'K' handshapes stacked on top of each other.
Yes! The tightness of your 'S' handshape and the speed of your movement help convey the depth of your feeling. Tighter fists and a firmer downward pull indicate a stronger, deeper level of care or cherishing.
Your hands start very close to your body, with the backs of your fingers just under your chin. As you pull down into fists, they remain close to your upper chest, but they do not need to forcefully strike or rest heavily on your body.
