To sign 'can' (as in 'able to'), form both hands into 'S' shapes (fists) with your palms facing down. Hold them in front of your chest and move both hands straight down a few inches simultaneously. The movement should be firm and deliberate.
Sign 'I', then sign 'can' using the firm downward motion with both fists, followed by the sign for 'help' moving toward the person.
Point to the person for 'you', sign 'go', and then sign 'can' while raising your eyebrows and leaning slightly forward to indicate a yes/no question.
Sign 'we', then sign 'can' with both fists moving down firmly to show confidence, and finish with the sign for 'do'.
Sign 'I', then sign 'can' using the firm downward motion with both fists, followed by the sign for 'help' moving toward the person.
Point to the person for 'you', sign 'go', and then sign 'can' while raising your eyebrows and leaning slightly forward to indicate a yes/no question.
Sign 'we', then sign 'can' with both fists moving down firmly to show confidence, and finish with the sign for 'do'.
No, this sign is only used for the verb 'can' meaning 'able to.' For a metal container or tin can, you would use a different sign that outlines the shape of a cylinder.
To sign 'can't,' you use a completely different sign where the index finger of one hand strikes downward across the extended index finger of the other hand. You do not just shake your head while signing 'can.'
Yes, 'can' is a two-handed sign. Both hands should form 'S' shapes and move downward together to clearly convey the meaning.
