To sign "living," start by forming both hands into "A" handshapes, making fists with your thumbs pointing straight up. Place both hands near your lower stomach or waist area, with your palms facing toward your body. Then, move both hands straight up along your torso to your chest. The upward motion represents the energy and breath of life moving through the body.
Point to yourself for "I," use the upward motion of the "A" hands for "living," and then sign "NEW YORK."
Sign "YOUR GRANDPARENTS," then sign "LIVING" while raising your eyebrows and leaning forward slightly to indicate a yes/no question.
Point to the person for "SHE," sign "LOVE," then sign "LIVING" followed by "CITY," keeping a positive and bright facial expression.
Point to yourself for "I," use the upward motion of the "A" hands for "living," and then sign "NEW YORK."
Sign "YOUR GRANDPARENTS," then sign "LIVING" while raising your eyebrows and leaning forward slightly to indicate a yes/no question.
Point to the person for "SHE," sign "LOVE," then sign "LIVING" followed by "CITY," keeping a positive and bright facial expression.
Yes, in ASL, the same sign is generally used for 'live,' 'living,' and 'life.' The specific meaning is easily understood based on the context of your sentence.
No, your hands do not need to physically rub against your clothing or touch your chest. You can keep them hovering just an inch or two away from your body as you move them upward.
While it might be understood in casual, rapid conversation if you only have one hand free, 'living' is traditionally a two-handed sign. Using both hands ensures clarity and proper ASL grammar.
