To sign the name 'Kai', you will fingerspell the letters K, A, and I. Start with the 'K' handshape by extending your index and middle fingers upward with your thumb resting on your middle finger. Next, transition to the 'A' handshape by forming a fist with your thumb resting against the side of your index finger. Finally, form the 'I' handshape by extending only your pinky finger straight up while keeping the other fingers tucked in.
Sign 'MY FRIEND NAME', and then smoothly fingerspell the letters K-A-I to state your friend's name.
Fingerspell K-A-I, then sign 'COME PARTY', making sure to raise your eyebrows at the end to indicate a yes/no question.
Establish the timeframe by signing 'YESTERDAY', then sign 'I MEET', and finish by fingerspelling K-A-I.
Sign 'MY FRIEND NAME', and then smoothly fingerspell the letters K-A-I to state your friend's name.
Fingerspell K-A-I, then sign 'COME PARTY', making sure to raise your eyebrows at the end to indicate a yes/no question.
Establish the timeframe by signing 'YESTERDAY', then sign 'I MEET', and finish by fingerspelling K-A-I.
Yes, unless the specific person named Kai has been given a unique 'name sign' by the Deaf community, you should always fingerspell their name to identify them.
No, you should avoid mouthing the individual letters (K-A-I). Instead, mouth the full word 'Kai' naturally as you fingerspell it.
Always use your dominant hand for fingerspelling. Keep your hand at a comfortable height, roughly around your shoulder or upper chest area, facing outward toward the person you are signing to.
