One hand is formed in to a "C" handshape resting on a horizontal plane, as if holding a cup. The other hand is closed except for the index finger and the thumb which are pinched at their tips. The pinched finger and thumb are then drawn in and out of the "C" hand as if dipping the teabag in the cup.
Sign 'HOT' by moving a clawed hand away from your mouth, then sign 'TEA' by dipping your pinched dominant fingers into your non-dominant 'C' handshape.
Sign 'COFFEE' by grinding your fists together, shift your shoulders slightly to indicate a choice, and then sign 'TEA' with the up-and-down dipping motion.
Sign 'ICE' by freezing your fingers, then sign 'TEA' by dipping your pinched fingers into your 'C' handshape cup. Finish with 'LOVE' by crossing your arms over your chest.
Sign 'HOT' by moving a clawed hand away from your mouth, then sign 'TEA' by dipping your pinched dominant fingers into your non-dominant 'C' handshape.
Sign 'COFFEE' by grinding your fists together, shift your shoulders slightly to indicate a choice, and then sign 'TEA' with the up-and-down dipping motion.
Sign 'ICE' by freezing your fingers, then sign 'TEA' by dipping your pinched fingers into your 'C' handshape cup. Finish with 'LOVE' by crossing your arms over your chest.
Your non-dominant hand should act as the cup (the 'C' handshape). Your dominant hand, which is naturally more dexterous, should perform the active dipping motion.
A standard noun in ASL usually has a repeated motion. Dipping your pinched fingers in and out of the 'C' handshape twice is perfect for clearly communicating this sign.
Yes! The sign for 'tea' remains exactly the same regardless of the temperature or flavor. For iced tea, you simply sign 'ICE' followed immediately by 'TEA'.
