Start by holding either index finger up to the lips, as if to shush someone. Then transition to both hands to a "B" handshape with thumbs extended, arms crossing near the wrists then pull the arms apart and down, ending parallel with the elbows.
Sign 'please,' then perform the sign for 'quiet' by starting with the 'shh' gesture and moving your flat hands apart and down to show the noise settling. Finish by signing 'library.'
First, sign 'baby' and 'sleep.' Then, emphasize the need for silence by signing 'quiet,' making sure the downward motion of your crossed hands is smooth and gentle to match the context.
Sign 'I,' 'enjoy,' and 'morning,' followed by 'quiet.' For this context, the sign conveys peacefulness, so the downward sweeping motion of your 'B' hands can be relaxed and expansive.
Sign 'please,' then perform the sign for 'quiet' by starting with the 'shh' gesture and moving your flat hands apart and down to show the noise settling. Finish by signing 'library.'
First, sign 'baby' and 'sleep.' Then, emphasize the need for silence by signing 'quiet,' making sure the downward motion of your crossed hands is smooth and gentle to match the context.
Sign 'I,' 'enjoy,' and 'morning,' followed by 'quiet.' For this context, the sign conveys peacefulness, so the downward sweeping motion of your 'B' hands can be relaxed and expansive.
Yes, for this specific version of the sign, the initial index finger to the lips is essential. It helps distinguish 'quiet' from similar signs like 'peace' or 'calm,' which only use the crossed-hands downward motion.
No, you can use either your right or left index finger for the initial 'shh' gesture. Most signers use their dominant hand for this first step before bringing both hands up to cross at the wrists for the second part.
The speed depends on your tone. If you are urgently telling someone to be quiet, the movement will be sharp and quick. If you are describing a quiet, peaceful room, the downward motion should be slow, smooth, and gentle.
