Start with both hands in 'X' handshapes, with your index fingers curled and the rest of your fingers closed into fists. Bring your hands in front of your chest with your palms facing inward toward you. Tap the knuckles of your curled index fingers together twice.
Sign 'PHONE' followed by this sign for 'CHARGER'. Make sure to use a questioning facial expression by raising your eyebrows and leaning forward slightly to indicate a yes/no question.
Point to yourself for 'I', sign 'LEAVE', 'MY', 'CHARGER', and then 'HOME'. Ensure you tap your 'X' handshapes clearly so the context of the forgotten item is understood.
Sign 'MY', 'LAPTOP', 'NEED', and then 'CHARGER'. The double tapping motion of the 'X' hands emphasizes the electrical connection your computer requires.
Sign 'PHONE' followed by this sign for 'CHARGER'. Make sure to use a questioning facial expression by raising your eyebrows and leaning forward slightly to indicate a yes/no question.
Point to yourself for 'I', sign 'LEAVE', 'MY', 'CHARGER', and then 'HOME'. Ensure you tap your 'X' handshapes clearly so the context of the forgotten item is understood.
Sign 'MY', 'LAPTOP', 'NEED', and then 'CHARGER'. The double tapping motion of the 'X' hands emphasizes the electrical connection your computer requires.
Yes! In ASL, the sign for 'charger' is often the exact same sign used for 'battery' and 'electricity'. The specific meaning is usually clear based on the context of your sentence, like if you are talking about plugging in your phone.
You should tap your knuckles together gently but firmly enough to make a clear, distinct stop. There is no need to strike them hard; a light, controlled double tap is perfect for conveying the sign clearly and comfortably.
Absolutely. You can use this sign for any type of electrical charger. To be specific, you would just sign 'CAR', 'PHONE', or 'LAPTOP' right before signing 'CHARGER' to establish exactly what kind of device you are talking about.
