To sign 'let's play,' you will combine two signs. First, sign 'play' by forming 'Y' handshapes with both hands—extend your thumbs and pinkies while curling your other fingers. Hold them in front of your body with palms facing inward and shake them back and forth at the wrists. Next, sign 'let's' by forming an 'L' handshape with your dominant hand (index finger pointing up, thumb pointing out). Bring it near your chest and move it forward in a smooth, inviting motion.
Start with the sequence for 'let's play' as described, then add the sign for 'game' by bringing two 'A' handshapes together in front of your chest, tapping the knuckles together.
Sign 'let's play,' then sign 'outside' by bringing your dominant hand up near your face and pulling it away while closing it into an 'O' shape, followed by the sign for 'today'.
Use an enthusiastic facial expression to convey the 'come on' feeling. Sign 'let's play,' and then add 'together' by bringing two 'A' handshapes together and moving them in a small horizontal circle.
Start with the sequence for 'let's play' as described, then add the sign for 'game' by bringing two 'A' handshapes together in front of your chest, tapping the knuckles together.
Sign 'let's play,' then sign 'outside' by bringing your dominant hand up near your face and pulling it away while closing it into an 'O' shape, followed by the sign for 'today'.
Use an enthusiastic facial expression to convey the 'come on' feeling. Sign 'let's play,' and then add 'together' by bringing two 'A' handshapes together and moving them in a small horizontal circle.
Not necessarily! In ASL, facial expressions and body language carry a lot of meaning. You can simply sign 'play' while leaning forward with an inviting, enthusiastic expression, and it will naturally be understood as 'let's play!'
ASL has its own unique grammar and syntax, which often differs from English. It is very common in ASL to state the topic or action first (play) and follow it with the invitation or directive (let's or go).
No, the sign for 'play' using the 'Y' handshapes is only used for recreation, games, or playing around. If you want to talk about playing a musical instrument, like a piano or guitar, you would mimic the action of playing that specific instrument.
