How to Sign "Lier"

To sign *lier*, start by bringing both hands up in front of your chest. Turn your palms to face down and cross your hands at the wrists, keeping your fingers extended. Finally, sweep your hands apart and downward in a smooth, decisive motion, ending with your hands open at your sides.

Examples Using "Lier" in a Sentence

1

He is a terrible lier.

Point to the person, sign 'terrible', and then perform the crossed-hands sweeping motion for 'lier'.

2

Don't be a lier.

Sign 'do not', point to the person, and then sign 'lier' by crossing your hands and sweeping them apart.

3

I know you are a lier.

Point to yourself, sign 'know', point to the person, and finish with the sweeping 'lier' sign.

How to Sign "Lier"
To sign *lier*, start by bringing both hands up in front of your chest. Turn your palms to face down and cross your hands at the wrists, keeping your fingers extended. Finally, sweep your hands apart and downward in a smooth, decisive motion, ending with your hands open at your sides.
Visual Logic(Etymology)
The sign uses a sweeping, separating motion of the hands, visually conveying a sense of clearing away or finalizing a statement.
Signing Tips
Focus on the crispness of the movement. The sweeping motion should be firm and clear, emphasizing the separation of the hands as they move downward.
Common Mistakes
Beginners sometimes face their palms inward or upward; remember to keep your palms facing down throughout the entire crossing and sweeping motion.
Regional Variations
This sign is widely used and understood across the ASL community with minimal regional variation.
Examples Using "Lier" in a Sentence
1

He is a terrible lier.

Point to the person, sign 'terrible', and then perform the crossed-hands sweeping motion for 'lier'.

2

Don't be a lier.

Sign 'do not', point to the person, and then sign 'lier' by crossing your hands and sweeping them apart.

3

I know you are a lier.

Point to yourself, sign 'know', point to the person, and finish with the sweeping 'lier' sign.

Frequently Asked Questions
Does it matter which hand crosses on top?

No, you can place either your dominant or non-dominant hand on top when crossing your wrists. The key is the outward sweeping motion.

How large should the sweeping motion be?

Your hands should start crossed at your chest and sweep out comfortably to your sides, making a clear and visible separation.

Do I need to curl my fingers?

No, keep your fingers naturally extended and flat as your hands cross and sweep apart.

ASL is a beautiful, expressive language. Practice regularly and have fun!