To sign 'size', start with both hands in 'Y' handshapes (thumbs and pinkies extended, other fingers curled) in front of your chest. Bring the tips of your thumbs together. Then, pull your hands apart horizontally to the sides in a single, smooth motion.
Sign 'shirt', then 'size', point to the person, and furrow your eyebrows to indicate a 'wh-' question.
Point to the shoes, sign 'wrong', and finish with the sign for 'size'.
Sign 'I', 'need', 'large', and then use the sign for 'size'.
Sign 'shirt', then 'size', point to the person, and furrow your eyebrows to indicate a 'wh-' question.
Point to the shoes, sign 'wrong', and finish with the sign for 'size'.
Sign 'I', 'need', 'large', and then use the sign for 'size'.
They are very similar and use the same 'Y' handshapes. However, 'measure' typically involves tapping the thumbs together a few times, while 'size' involves pulling the hands apart in a single motion.
This sign is used for the general noun 'size'. If you want to describe the actual physical dimensions of an object (like a huge box), you would use flat hands or classifiers to visually show its shape and volume.
Yes, mouthing the word 'size' can help clarify your meaning, as the 'Y' handshape and similar motions are used for other related concepts like 'measure' or 'standard'.
