Start with your non-dominant hand flat in front of you, palm facing up. Form your dominant hand into a '1' shape with the index finger extended. Brush or bounce the tip of your dominant index finger against your non-dominant palm, moving it in a small upward and outward circular motion.
Begin by pointing to yourself for 'I'. Next, perform the sign for 'occasionally' by bouncing your dominant index finger off your open non-dominant palm. Finish the sentence by signing 'eat' and then 'restaurant'.
Start the sentence with the sign for 'we'. Then, use the bouncing index finger motion on your palm to sign 'occasionally'. Conclude by signing 'go' and 'movie' to complete the thought.
Sign 'snow' first, then use the 'occasionally' sign to indicate the frequency of the weather event. Finish by fingerspelling A-P-R-I-L. Your facial expression can emphasize how unexpected the weather is.
Begin by pointing to yourself for 'I'. Next, perform the sign for 'occasionally' by bouncing your dominant index finger off your open non-dominant palm. Finish the sentence by signing 'eat' and then 'restaurant'.
Start the sentence with the sign for 'we'. Then, use the bouncing index finger motion on your palm to sign 'occasionally'. Conclude by signing 'go' and 'movie' to complete the thought.
Sign 'snow' first, then use the 'occasionally' sign to indicate the frequency of the weather event. Finish by fingerspelling A-P-R-I-L. Your facial expression can emphasize how unexpected the weather is.
Yes, in ASL, the concepts of 'occasionally' and 'sometimes' are typically signed the exact same way. The context of your sentence, along with your facial expressions and the speed of the sign, will help clarify the exact nuance and frequency you are trying to convey.
Generally, bouncing the index finger one or two times is perfectly sufficient for 'occasionally'. If you bounce it too many times or too rapidly, it might start to look like you are implying 'frequently' or 'often', which completely changes the intended meaning of your sentence.
Absolutely! You should always use your dominant hand to do the active moving—in this case, the bouncing index finger. Your non-dominant hand serves as the stationary flat base. If you are left-handed, simply mirror the sign by bouncing your left index finger on your right palm.
