To sign the name Kelsey, you will fingerspell it using the ASL alphabet. Form the letters K-E-L-S-E-Y sequentially with your dominant hand. Keep your hand steady at about shoulder height, and focus on smooth transitions between each letter.
Sign 'MY FRIEND NAME', and then fingerspell K-E-L-S-E-Y to state the name clearly.
Fingerspell K-E-L-S-E-Y, then sign 'HERE TODAY' while raising your eyebrows to indicate a yes/no question.
Sign 'I NEED TALK-TO', and finish by fingerspelling K-E-L-S-E-Y to specify who you want to speak with.
Sign 'MY FRIEND NAME', and then fingerspell K-E-L-S-E-Y to state the name clearly.
Fingerspell K-E-L-S-E-Y, then sign 'HERE TODAY' while raising your eyebrows to indicate a yes/no question.
Sign 'I NEED TALK-TO', and finish by fingerspelling K-E-L-S-E-Y to specify who you want to speak with.
Yes, unless the specific person named Kelsey has a unique 'name sign.' Name signs are personal and are typically given by a Deaf person. Until you know someone's specific name sign, you should always fingerspell their name.
As a beginner, you should always focus on clarity and accuracy over speed. It is much better to spell a name slowly and clearly than to rush and make mistakes. Your speed will naturally improve as you build muscle memory.
Try to maintain eye contact with the person you are signing with. Looking at your hand can be distracting and breaks the conversational connection. Practice fingerspelling without looking at your hand to build confidence.
