To sign 'greetings,' raise your dominant hand to about shoulder height with your palm facing forward and your fingers together but relaxed. Gently wave your hand side to side a couple of times by pivoting at the wrist. This is the same natural, friendly waving motion used for 'hello' or 'hi.'
Start by signing 'greetings' with a warm smile, then sign 'everyone' or simply sweep your gaze and gesture across the room to include all present.
Sign 'my family' first to establish the subject, and then sign 'greetings' to convey their warm wishes to the person you are talking to.
Point to the person you are referring to (or their established space), then sign 'greetings' to show that the friendly message came from them.
Start by signing 'greetings' with a warm smile, then sign 'everyone' or simply sweep your gaze and gesture across the room to include all present.
Sign 'my family' first to establish the subject, and then sign 'greetings' to convey their warm wishes to the person you are talking to.
Point to the person you are referring to (or their established space), then sign 'greetings' to show that the friendly message came from them.
Yes! In ASL, 'greetings,' 'hello,' and 'hi' all use this same basic waving motion. The context and your facial expression help convey the specific tone of the greeting.
You should use your dominant hand to sign 'greetings.' If you are right-handed, use your right hand; if you are left-handed, use your left.
For a formal setting, keep the wave controlled and polite—perhaps just one or two gentle sweeps—paired with a respectful, warm smile. Avoid overly enthusiastic or frantic waving.
