To sign 'toward,' start by extending the index fingers on both hands, keeping the other fingers curled in a '1' handshape. Hold your non-dominant hand stationary in front of you with the index finger pointing straight up. Then, start with your dominant hand closer to your body and move it forward so it approaches your non-dominant hand.
Sign 'walk' and then sign 'toward' by moving your dominant index finger in the direction of the door, adjusting the spatial location to match your physical environment.
After signing 'dog' and 'run,' you can reverse the direction of the 'toward' sign so the dominant hand moves from a distance back toward your body to show the action coming to you.
Sign 'we,' 'drive,' and then 'toward,' moving your dominant index finger forward toward your stationary non-dominant hand to indicate the direction of your travel.
Sign 'walk' and then sign 'toward' by moving your dominant index finger in the direction of the door, adjusting the spatial location to match your physical environment.
After signing 'dog' and 'run,' you can reverse the direction of the 'toward' sign so the dominant hand moves from a distance back toward your body to show the action coming to you.
Sign 'we,' 'drive,' and then 'toward,' moving your dominant index finger forward toward your stationary non-dominant hand to indicate the direction of your travel.
Yes! 'Toward' is a directional sign. You can move your dominant hand toward yourself, toward the left, or toward the right to show exactly where the action is heading in your specific context.
Generally, your non-dominant hand should be the stationary reference point, and your dominant hand should be the one doing the moving. This keeps your signing clear and consistent for the viewer.
They are similar and related, but 'go to' often involves both index fingers moving forward together or a single sweeping motion. 'Toward' specifically emphasizes the approach toward a stationary reference point.
