To sign "kind of," hold both hands in front of you with open, relaxed fingers, palms facing each other. Gently rock both hands side to side a couple of times at the wrists. It is important to include a facial expression that matches the feeling of "so-so" or "somewhat," such as slightly pursing your lips or tilting your head to show uncertainty.
Sign "I," then the sign for "kind of" while showing a slightly weary expression, followed by the sign for "tired."
Sign "movie," then "kind of," and finish with "boring," making sure your face reflects a lack of interest to match the mood.
Sign "I," "kind of," and then "understand," nodding your head slightly to show that your comprehension is only partial.
Sign "I," then the sign for "kind of" while showing a slightly weary expression, followed by the sign for "tired."
Sign "movie," then "kind of," and finish with "boring," making sure your face reflects a lack of interest to match the mood.
Sign "I," "kind of," and then "understand," nodding your head slightly to show that your comprehension is only partial.
Yes, the motion is very similar to "so-so." While "so-so" is frequently signed with just one hand rocking side to side, using two hands can also convey "so-so," "somewhat," or "more or less" depending on your facial expression and the context of the conversation.
Usually, two or three small rocks are sufficient. Doing it too many times might look exaggerated unless you are trying to emphasize that something is very uncertain or wavering. Keep the movement brief and natural.
No, they are different. "Maybe" is signed with flat hands facing upward, alternating up and down like a balancing scale. "Kind of" uses hands facing each other and rocking side to side together at the same time.
