To sign "public," form both hands into "P" handshapes (index finger pointing forward, middle finger pointing down, and thumb resting on the side of the middle finger). Start with your hands in front of your chest, palms facing down. Move both hands outward and slightly downward in a smooth, sweeping motion.
Sign "public" followed by "library" (circling an 'L' handshape) to describe the type of library.
Use the sign for "public" to establish the setting, followed by the sign for "speak" to show the action.
Sign "public" before "park" to clarify that the area is open and accessible to everyone.
Sign "public" followed by "library" (circling an 'L' handshape) to describe the type of library.
Use the sign for "public" to establish the setting, followed by the sign for "speak" to show the action.
Sign "public" before "park" to clarify that the area is open and accessible to everyone.
Yes, they are conceptually related and both use the "P" handshape! However, "people" involves alternating circular motions, while "public" uses a synchronized outward sweeping motion.
Yes, you can sign "public" followed by "school." However, keep in mind that many fluent signers simply fingerspell "P-S" as a quick, common abbreviation for public school.
Yes, your palms should generally face downward as you make the "P" handshapes. As you perform the outward sweep, they naturally stay facing down.
