To sign 'intense', form your dominant hand into a '1' handshape with your index finger extended and pointing up. Place the side of your index finger against the center of your chin. A crucial part of this sign is your facial expression; make sure to look focused, serious, or wide-eyed to convey the feeling of intensity.
Sign 'movie', then sign 'intense' while emphasizing your facial expression to show just how gripping and serious the film was.
Point to the person, sign 'personality', and then use 'intense' to describe their strong and focused demeanor.
Sign 'workout', and finish with 'intense', making sure your face reflects how challenging and strenuous the exercise was.
Sign 'movie', then sign 'intense' while emphasizing your facial expression to show just how gripping and serious the film was.
Point to the person, sign 'personality', and then use 'intense' to describe their strong and focused demeanor.
Sign 'workout', and finish with 'intense', making sure your face reflects how challenging and strenuous the exercise was.
Yes, this sign is often used interchangeably for 'serious', 'severe', and 'intense'. The context of your sentence and the specific intensity of your facial expression will help clarify the exact meaning.
For this variation, you simply place your index finger on your chin and hold it. Some signers might add a slight twist for emphasis, but holding it steady with a strong facial expression is perfectly clear.
You should always use your dominant hand for one-handed signs like this. If you are right-handed, use your right index finger; if you are left-handed, use your left.
