the sign 'get' uses both hands. stick both hands out in front of you, as if you are reaching for something. with both hands rotated inwards at the wrists, slowly close the hands into fists as you bring the hands back in towards you. the sign should end with both fists rotated on top of each other.
Sign 'I', 'need', then use the reaching and pulling motion of 'get', followed by the sign for 'coat'. Emphasize pulling your closed fists inward to show acquiring the item.
Point to the person for 'you', sign 'get' by reaching out and pulling your fists back toward your body, then sign 'email'. Remember to raise your eyebrows since this is a yes/no question.
Sign 'we', then perform the sign for 'get' by grabbing the imaginary object and pulling your stacked fists back together, finishing with the sign for 'food'.
Sign 'I', 'need', then use the reaching and pulling motion of 'get', followed by the sign for 'coat'. Emphasize pulling your closed fists inward to show acquiring the item.
Point to the person for 'you', sign 'get' by reaching out and pulling your fists back toward your body, then sign 'email'. Remember to raise your eyebrows since this is a yes/no question.
Sign 'we', then perform the sign for 'get' by grabbing the imaginary object and pulling your stacked fists back together, finishing with the sign for 'food'.
Generally, your dominant hand should be the one on top when the fists come together at the end of the sign. However, as long as the reaching and grabbing motion is clear and the fists end up stacked, the sign will be easily understood.
No, this specific sign is used for physically acquiring, receiving, or obtaining something, like getting a gift or getting a jacket. For changes in state like 'getting sick,' ASL uses the sign 'become' or simply signs 'sick' with an appropriate facial expression.
The speed can vary based on the context of your sentence. A standard, relaxed pace is best for everyday conversation. If you are urgently grabbing something or emphasizing that you finally got it, you might perform the pulling motion more quickly and sharply.
