To sign 'protect', form both hands into 'S' shapes, which look like closed fists. Cross your wrists in front of your chest, keeping your dominant arm on the outside. Push both fists slightly forward together in a short, firm motion to represent putting up a shield.
Point to yourself, sign 'protect' by moving your crossed fists slightly toward the person you are talking to, and then point to them.
Sign 'mother', then 'protect', and finally 'baby', keeping your movements firm to show defense.
Sign 'need', then 'protect', followed by the sign for 'environment'.
Point to yourself, sign 'protect' by moving your crossed fists slightly toward the person you are talking to, and then point to them.
Sign 'mother', then 'protect', and finally 'baby', keeping your movements firm to show defense.
Sign 'need', then 'protect', followed by the sign for 'environment'.
Yes, the sign for 'protect' is also commonly used for 'defend', 'guard', or 'shield'. The context of your sentence and your facial expressions will help make the specific English translation clear.
Typically, your dominant arm should be crossed on the outside, meaning it is further away from your chest. However, if you accidentally switch them, the sign will still be easily understood by others.
Yes! 'Protect' can be modified as a directional sign. You can move your crossed fists toward the person or thing being protected to show the direction of the action, such as moving it outward to mean 'protect you'.
