How to Sign "Inclusion"

Form your non-dominant hand into a loose "C" shape in front of you, with the palm facing your dominant side. Start with your dominant hand open, palm facing up, slightly out to the side. Sweep your dominant hand in a circular motion toward your non-dominant hand, closing your fingers together into a flattened "O" shape as you tuck it into the "C" shape of your non-dominant hand.

Examples Using "Inclusion" in a Sentence

1

We value inclusion in our community.

To sign this, you would sign 'WE', 'VALUE', and then use the sweeping tuck motion for 'INCLUSION', followed by 'OUR' and 'COMMUNITY'.

2

Please include everyone in the game.

Use the sign for 'INCLUSION' (which also means 'include'), then sign 'EVERYONE' and 'GAME'. The sweeping motion emphasizes bringing people together.

3

The school promotes inclusion.

Sign 'SCHOOL', then 'SUPPORT' or 'ENCOURAGE' to represent promotion, and finally finish with the sign for 'INCLUSION'.

How to Sign "Inclusion"
Form your non-dominant hand into a loose "C" shape in front of you, with the palm facing your dominant side. Start with your dominant hand open, palm facing up, slightly out to the side. Sweep your dominant hand in a circular motion toward your non-dominant hand, closing your fingers together into a flattened "O" shape as you tuck it into the "C" shape of your non-dominant hand.
Visual Logic(Etymology)
This sign is highly visual and iconic. The non-dominant hand represents an existing group or boundary. The dominant hand physically mimics the action of gathering someone or something from the outside and bringing them into that group, perfectly illustrating the concept of inclusion.
Signing Tips
Make sure the sweeping motion of your dominant hand is smooth and deliberate, as if you are physically gathering something up. Your non-dominant hand should stay relatively still, acting as a container or a group that is receiving the new addition.
Common Mistakes
A frequent mistake is moving both hands equally. Remember that your non-dominant hand should remain stationary as the 'base' or 'container,' while only the dominant hand does the sweeping and tucking motion. Also, ensure your dominant hand changes from open to closed rather than staying flat.
Regional Variations
This sign is widely used and understood across the ASL community with minimal regional variation.
Examples Using "Inclusion" in a Sentence
1

We value inclusion in our community.

To sign this, you would sign 'WE', 'VALUE', and then use the sweeping tuck motion for 'INCLUSION', followed by 'OUR' and 'COMMUNITY'.

2

Please include everyone in the game.

Use the sign for 'INCLUSION' (which also means 'include'), then sign 'EVERYONE' and 'GAME'. The sweeping motion emphasizes bringing people together.

3

The school promotes inclusion.

Sign 'SCHOOL', then 'SUPPORT' or 'ENCOURAGE' to represent promotion, and finally finish with the sign for 'INCLUSION'.

Frequently Asked Questions
Is the sign for 'inclusion' the same as 'include'?

Yes! In ASL, the same sign is used for both the verb 'include' and the noun 'inclusion.' The exact meaning is easily understood through the context of your sentence.

Can I use this sign for the word 'involve'?

Yes, this sign is frequently used to mean 'involve' or 'involved.' The visual concept of bringing someone or something into a situation or group applies perfectly to both words.

Does it matter which hand is the 'container'?

Yes, you should always use your non-dominant hand as the stationary 'container' and your dominant hand for the sweeping motion. If you are right-handed, your left hand stays still.

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