The sign 'hope' uses both hands. Relax both hands, bending the fingers at the knuckles so they rate 90 degree angles. Bring one hand up towards the eyes, and the other hand at the chest. Bring the hands out and away from you, straightening and bending the fingers again as you draw them out.
Point to yourself for 'I', sign 'hope' by moving your bent hands outward from your face and chest, then sign 'you', 'feel', and 'better'.
Sign 'we', then perform the outward bending motion for 'hope', followed by the signs for 'win' and 'game' with an enthusiastic expression.
Sign 'I', then 'hope' using the straightening and bending motion described, followed by 'tomorrow' and 'snow'.
Point to yourself for 'I', sign 'hope' by moving your bent hands outward from your face and chest, then sign 'you', 'feel', and 'better'.
Sign 'we', then perform the outward bending motion for 'hope', followed by the signs for 'win' and 'game' with an enthusiastic expression.
Sign 'I', then 'hope' using the straightening and bending motion described, followed by 'tomorrow' and 'snow'.
Yes, generally your dominant hand should be the one positioned higher up near your eyes, while your non-dominant hand rests lower near your chest.
Your facial expression should match the context. A gentle, optimistic smile works for everyday hope, while widened eyes and slightly raised eyebrows convey a strong, eager desire for something to happen.
Yes, they are visually related! Both use similar handshapes and placement near the head and chest. However, 'hope' involves straightening and bending the fingers as the hands move outward, while 'expect' typically uses a single, firm outward movement without the repeated finger bending.
