Extend the index, middle, ring, and pinky fingers upward and keep the thumb tucked in in front of the palm. The palm can be facing the signer or away from the signer depending on context. "Four" can also be tapped on the top of the opposite wrist to say "4 o'clock" or brought down from the chin to say "4 years old."
To sign this, form the 'four' handshape by extending your index, middle, ring, and pinky fingers with your thumb tucked in. Since you are counting a quantity, keep your palm facing toward yourself.
Make the 'four' handshape, then gently tap the fingertips of your 'four' hand onto the top of your opposite wrist, exactly where you would wear a watch.
Form the 'four' handshape, place your index finger near your chin, and pull the hand downward. This specific movement combines the number four with the sign for age.
To sign this, form the 'four' handshape by extending your index, middle, ring, and pinky fingers with your thumb tucked in. Since you are counting a quantity, keep your palm facing toward yourself.
Make the 'four' handshape, then gently tap the fingertips of your 'four' hand onto the top of your opposite wrist, exactly where you would wear a watch.
Form the 'four' handshape, place your index finger near your chin, and pull the hand downward. This specific movement combines the number four with the sign for age.
In ASL, numbers 1-5 are signed with the palm facing inward when counting quantities (like four cats). However, when signing a sequence of numbers, like a phone number, zip code, or an ID number, the palm faces outward.
To sign '4 years old,' you incorporate the sign for age. Make the 'four' handshape, touch your index finger near your chin, and pull your hand downward. For just the number 'four,' you hold the handshape stationary.
While both use four extended fingers and a tucked thumb, the number 'four' requires your fingers to be slightly spread apart. For the letter 'B,' your fingers must be pressed tightly together.
