To sign 'damn it', start with both hands in an 'F' handshape, where your index fingers and thumbs are touching and your other fingers are extended. Hold your hands up near shoulder level with your palms facing forward. Then, bring both hands down sharply in a quick, forceful motion. Your facial expression is crucial for this sign; make sure to furrow your brows and show frustration or annoyance to match the meaning.
Start with the sign for 'damn it' using a strong, frustrated facial expression, then follow up by signing 'I forgot my keys'.
Sign 'I missed the bus' first, and then use the sharp downward motion of 'damn it' at the end to emphasize your annoyance.
Begin with 'damn it' to establish your frustration, then sign 'rain' and 'again' while maintaining an annoyed expression.
Start with the sign for 'damn it' using a strong, frustrated facial expression, then follow up by signing 'I forgot my keys'.
Sign 'I missed the bus' first, and then use the sharp downward motion of 'damn it' at the end to emphasize your annoyance.
Begin with 'damn it' to establish your frustration, then sign 'rain' and 'again' while maintaining an annoyed expression.
While it is typically signed with both hands for emphasis, you might occasionally see it signed with one hand in casual conversation if the other hand is occupied. However, using both hands is standard and conveys the emotion more clearly.
Like its English equivalent, this sign is considered a mild swear word or an expression of strong frustration. It is best used in informal settings among friends rather than in professional, academic, or formal environments.
You can adjust the intensity of the sign by changing the speed and force of the downward motion, as well as intensifying your facial expression. A harder, faster drop with deeply furrowed brows shows much more anger than a gentle drop.
