To sign 'inquiry', raise your dominant hand with the index finger extended. Trace the shape of a question mark in the air, starting from the top and curving downward. As you finish the bottom of the question mark, bend your index finger into an 'X' handshape to represent the dot.
Sign 'I HAVE INQUIRY ABOUT SCHEDULE.' Use a clear, smooth motion when tracing the question mark to emphasize the noun.
Sign 'PLEASE GIVE INQUIRY TO MANAGER.' Ensure you finish the sign with the 'X' handshape before moving on to the next sign.
Sign 'SHE INQUIRY ABOUT NEW POLICY.' A neutral facial expression is appropriate here since you are stating a fact rather than asking a question yourself.
Sign 'I HAVE INQUIRY ABOUT SCHEDULE.' Use a clear, smooth motion when tracing the question mark to emphasize the noun.
Sign 'PLEASE GIVE INQUIRY TO MANAGER.' Ensure you finish the sign with the 'X' handshape before moving on to the next sign.
Sign 'SHE INQUIRY ABOUT NEW POLICY.' A neutral facial expression is appropriate here since you are stating a fact rather than asking a question yourself.
Yes, 'inquiry' and 'question' often use the same sign in ASL. The context of your sentence will clarify which English concept you are referring to.
While 'ask' can be signed similarly, the verb 'ask' often moves directionally toward the person being asked. Tracing the question mark as shown here is more commonly used for the nouns 'question' or 'inquiry'.
If you are simply stating that an inquiry was made, a neutral expression is fine. However, if you are actively asking a question, you should use the appropriate facial grammar, such as furrowing your eyebrows for a 'who/what/where' question.
