To sign the name Lana, you will fingerspell each letter. Start with the letter 'L' by pointing your index finger up and extending your thumb out to the side. Next, form an 'A' by making a fist with your thumb resting against the side of your index finger. Then, transition to an 'N' by tucking your thumb under your index and middle fingers. Finally, finish the name by forming the letter 'A' once more.
Sign 'MY', 'FRIEND', 'NAME', and then fingerspell L-A-N-A smoothly without bouncing your hand.
Fingerspell 'L-A-N-A', then sign 'COME', 'PARTY', raising your eyebrows at the end to indicate a yes/no question.
Sign 'I', 'NEED', 'CALL', and then fingerspell L-A-N-A clearly to specify who you are calling.
Sign 'MY', 'FRIEND', 'NAME', and then fingerspell L-A-N-A smoothly without bouncing your hand.
Fingerspell 'L-A-N-A', then sign 'COME', 'PARTY', raising your eyebrows at the end to indicate a yes/no question.
Sign 'I', 'NEED', 'CALL', and then fingerspell L-A-N-A clearly to specify who you are calling.
Yes, unless the person named Lana has been given a specific name sign by the Deaf community. Until you know her name sign, you should always fingerspell her name.
No, you should aim for a smooth, continuous flow between the letters L-A-N-A. Pausing makes it look like separate words or initials rather than one cohesive name.
Hold your hand comfortably near your dominant shoulder, slightly out to the side. Keep your palm facing forward and your hand steady while you spell.
