To sign 'period', form your dominant hand into a pinched shape by bringing the tips of your index finger and thumb together, keeping your other fingers curled into your palm. Hold your hand in front of you and make a short, sharp forward motion. The movement should look exactly like you are placing a single, definitive dot in the air.
Sign 'period' with a clear, sharp forward motion to emphasize the punctuation mark at the end of your thought.
Here, 'period' is used for emphasis. Make the forward stabbing motion slightly more forceful and pair it with a stern facial expression to show that your decision is final.
Use the standard pinched-finger forward motion to indicate the grammatical punctuation mark the teacher is requesting.
Sign 'period' with a clear, sharp forward motion to emphasize the punctuation mark at the end of your thought.
Here, 'period' is used for emphasis. Make the forward stabbing motion slightly more forceful and pair it with a stern facial expression to show that your decision is final.
Use the standard pinched-finger forward motion to indicate the grammatical punctuation mark the teacher is requesting.
No, this specific sign is used for the punctuation mark or to emphasize that a statement is final. For a 'period of time', you would use a different sign, typically involving the 'T' handshape moving in a circle over your non-dominant hand.
No. The sign for menstruation (a woman's period) is completely different and usually involves tapping the side of the chin or cheek. This pinched-finger sign is strictly for the grammatical dot or emphasizing finality.
If you are just talking about grammar, a light, quick tap in the air is perfect. If you are using it to say 'I'm done talking, period!', you can make the motion much sharper and more aggressive to match your tone.
