To sign *efficient*, hold your non-dominant hand flat in front of you with the palm facing up. Form your dominant hand into a flat shape with the palm facing down. Strike the palm of your non-dominant hand with your dominant hand, then smoothly brush it forward and slightly upward in a single, crisp motion. This forward-gliding movement represents a process running smoothly and effectively.
To sign this, point to the person, then sign 'WORK' followed by 'EFFICIENT'. Emphasize the crisp forward motion of the sign to show that her work is done smoothly and without wasted effort.
Sign 'WE NEED SYSTEM MORE EFFICIENT'. When signing 'EFFICIENT', make sure the forward sweep is decisive to convey the idea of an improved, streamlined process.
Sign 'NEW MACHINE EFFICIENT'. You can add an approving nod or a positive facial expression while signing 'EFFICIENT' to emphasize that the machine works very well.
To sign this, point to the person, then sign 'WORK' followed by 'EFFICIENT'. Emphasize the crisp forward motion of the sign to show that her work is done smoothly and without wasted effort.
Sign 'WE NEED SYSTEM MORE EFFICIENT'. When signing 'EFFICIENT', make sure the forward sweep is decisive to convey the idea of an improved, streamlined process.
Sign 'NEW MACHINE EFFICIENT'. You can add an approving nod or a positive facial expression while signing 'EFFICIENT' to emphasize that the machine works very well.
They use similar handshapes, but the movement is different. *Efficient* uses a single, crisp, forward-bouncing motion to emphasize effectiveness and speed. In contrast, *clean* or *nice* typically uses a flat, smooth sliding motion across the entire palm without the upward bounce.
Yes, this sign is commonly used to mean both *efficient* and *effective*. Because both concepts relate to a process working smoothly and producing good results, the context of your sentence—along with your facial expressions—will clarify the exact meaning you intend.
Yes, mouthing 'efficient' can be very helpful for clarity. Because this sign shares visual similarities with other concepts like *effective*, *smooth*, or *excuse*, mouthing the English word ensures your exact meaning is understood by the person you are signing with.
