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How to Sign "Monday"

To sign 'Monday', bring the thumb flat against the palm. Bring the ring, middle, and index fingers over the thumb into the M hand shape. With the palm facing towards you and the hand by the shoulder, rotate the M hand shape in a circle.

Examples Using "Monday" in a Sentence

1

I work on Monday.

Sign 'I', then 'work', and finish by forming the 'M' handshape with your dominant hand. Hold it near your shoulder with the palm facing you, and rotate it in a small circle to sign 'Monday'.

2

See you next Monday!

Sign 'See', 'you', and 'next'. Then, bring your thumb flat against your palm and fold your index, middle, and ring fingers over it to form an 'M', rotating it in a circle.

3

Monday is my favorite day.

Start by signing 'Monday' using the circular 'M' motion at your shoulder. Then sign 'my', 'favorite', and 'day'. Remember to keep your palm facing inward for Monday.

How to Sign "Monday"
To sign 'Monday', bring the thumb flat against the palm. Bring the ring, middle, and index fingers over the thumb into the M hand shape. With the palm facing towards you and the hand by the shoulder, rotate the M hand shape in a circle.
Visual Logic(Etymology)
The sign for 'Monday' is a classic example of an initialized sign in ASL. It uses the 'M' handshape from the American manual alphabet to represent the first letter of the English word. The continuous circular motion is a common ASL convention used to visually represent the recurring cycle of the days of the week.
Signing Tips
To sign 'Monday' clearly, focus on a crisp 'M' handshape. Make sure your thumb is tucked under your index, middle, and ring fingers. Keep the circular motion small, steady, and controlled, using mostly your wrist rather than your entire arm. Always ensure your palm is facing inward toward your own body, as this is the standard orientation for most days of the week.
Common Mistakes
A very common mistake for beginners is facing the palm outward toward the person they are speaking to, rather than inward toward themselves. Another frequent error is making the circle too large and exaggerated, or confusing the 'M' handshape (three fingers over the thumb) with an 'N' (two fingers) or a 'W' (three fingers standing up).
Regional Variations
This sign is widely used and understood across the ASL community with minimal regional variation.
Examples Using "Monday" in a Sentence
1

I work on Monday.

Sign 'I', then 'work', and finish by forming the 'M' handshape with your dominant hand. Hold it near your shoulder with the palm facing you, and rotate it in a small circle to sign 'Monday'.

2

See you next Monday!

Sign 'See', 'you', and 'next'. Then, bring your thumb flat against your palm and fold your index, middle, and ring fingers over it to form an 'M', rotating it in a circle.

3

Monday is my favorite day.

Start by signing 'Monday' using the circular 'M' motion at your shoulder. Then sign 'my', 'favorite', and 'day'. Remember to keep your palm facing inward for Monday.

Frequently Asked Questions
Which direction should the circle go?

Most signers rotate the 'M' handshape in a clockwise direction from their own perspective. However, the most important part is keeping the circle small and your palm facing inward.

Should I use my right or left hand?

Always use your dominant hand for one-handed signs like 'Monday'. Keep it comfortably positioned near your shoulder on your dominant side.

Are all days of the week signed with a circle?

Many of them are! Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, and Saturday all use their corresponding first letter and a circular motion. Thursday and Sunday have slightly different rules.

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