To sign *quirk*, raise your dominant hand to the side of your face using a flat handshape with your fingers together and your thumb extended. Position your hand so your palm is facing inward toward your head. Make a short, quick movement—such as a slight flutter or twist—near your face. This subtle motion conveys the idea of a unique behavioral trait or peculiar habit.
Sign EVERYONE HAVE, then sign QUIRK near the side of your face. You can use a slight shoulder shrug to emphasize that it's a normal, everyday part of life.
Sign HIS QUIRK, then demonstrate the specific action by signing FOOT TAP, followed by WHEN THINK.
Sign I LOVE HER, then sign QUIRK. Add a warm, positive facial expression to show that you find the trait endearing rather than annoying.
Sign EVERYONE HAVE, then sign QUIRK near the side of your face. You can use a slight shoulder shrug to emphasize that it's a normal, everyday part of life.
Sign HIS QUIRK, then demonstrate the specific action by signing FOOT TAP, followed by WHEN THINK.
Sign I LOVE HER, then sign QUIRK. Add a warm, positive facial expression to show that you find the trait endearing rather than annoying.
No. While the concepts are related, *strange* and *odd* typically use a 'C' handshape that moves across the face. This specific sign for *quirk* uses a flat handshape positioned near the side of the head.
This sign is generally used to describe a unique, often endearing or neutral habit. If you want to talk about a negative flaw or a mistake, it is better to use the specific ASL signs for *flaw* or *weakness*.
As with most one-handed signs, you should use your dominant hand. If you are right-handed, form the flat handshape and place it near the right side of your face.
