To sign 'multiplication', start with both hands in a 'V' handshape, extending your index and middle fingers while keeping the others tucked in. Bring your hands together in front of your chest and cross your wrists or lower arms to form an 'X' shape. The movement visually mimics the mathematical symbol for multiplying.
Sign 'math' and 'class', followed by 'learn', and finish with the sign for 'multiplication' to establish the topic.
Sign 'multiplication', then 'fast', followed by the sign for 'addition' to compare the efficiency of the two math concepts.
Point to the person for 'you', sign 'know', then sign 'multiplication' followed by 'list' or 'chart' to represent the tables.
Sign 'math' and 'class', followed by 'learn', and finish with the sign for 'multiplication' to establish the topic.
Sign 'multiplication', then 'fast', followed by the sign for 'addition' to compare the efficiency of the two math concepts.
Point to the person for 'you', sign 'know', then sign 'multiplication' followed by 'list' or 'chart' to represent the tables.
While both signs involve crossing the wrists in a similar motion, 'math' uses 'M' handshapes (three fingers resting over the thumb), whereas 'multiplication' uses 'V' handshapes (index and middle fingers extended).
Yes! In ASL, this exact same sign is used for both the noun 'multiplication' and the action verb 'multiply'.
Generally, your dominant hand will naturally cross on top or slightly closer to your body. However, the sign is perfectly understood regardless of which arm is positioned on top.
