To sign "holding," form your dominant hand into an "S" handshape, making a solid fist. Bring your hand up in front of your body with your palm facing inward or slightly to the side, as if you are firmly grasping a vertical handle or a pole. Give your hand a slight, firm movement or hold it steady to emphasize the action of gripping and keeping hold of an object.
Point to yourself to sign 'I', then use the 'holding' sign with a firm fist, and finally sign 'ticket'. This is perfect for showing you have physical possession of an item.
Point to the person you are asking, sign 'holding' while looking at them with raised eyebrows to indicate a question, and then point to the object you want them to take.
Sign 'holding' with a very firm, tense motion and a serious facial expression. The extra tension in your fist and arm visually communicates the intensity of the tight grip.
Point to yourself to sign 'I', then use the 'holding' sign with a firm fist, and finally sign 'ticket'. This is perfect for showing you have physical possession of an item.
Point to the person you are asking, sign 'holding' while looking at them with raised eyebrows to indicate a question, and then point to the object you want them to take.
Sign 'holding' with a very firm, tense motion and a serious facial expression. The extra tension in your fist and arm visually communicates the intensity of the tight grip.
No, ASL uses different signs depending on what is being held. To sign holding a baby, you would cradle your arms as if rocking an infant. This specific 'S' handshape sign is meant for grasping objects like a handle, rope, or bag.
While English uses the word 'hold' for waiting, ASL does not. To tell someone to 'hold on' or 'wait,' you should hold up your index finger to signal 'one minute,' or use the standard sign for 'wait' by wiggling your fingers with your palms facing up.
You should generally use your dominant hand for this sign. If you are right-handed, use your right hand to form the fist, and if you are left-handed, use your left hand. Consistency with your dominant hand helps keep your signing clear.
