To sign 'umbrella', start with both hands in 'S' shapes (fists), with your dominant hand stacked directly on top of your non-dominant hand in front of your chest. Keep your non-dominant hand stationary while moving your dominant hand straight up, as if you are sliding the mechanism to open an umbrella. Your palms should be facing inward throughout the motion.
Sign 'umbrella' and then point to the person to remind them to take it before heading out into the rain.
Sign 'umbrella' followed by the sign for 'broken' (snapping an imaginary stick in half) to explain why you got wet.
Sign 'umbrella' and then the sign for 'buy' to express your intention to replace your old one.
Sign 'umbrella' and then point to the person to remind them to take it before heading out into the rain.
Sign 'umbrella' followed by the sign for 'broken' (snapping an imaginary stick in half) to explain why you got wet.
Sign 'umbrella' and then the sign for 'buy' to express your intention to replace your old one.
No, the sign for 'umbrella' is distinct and understood on its own. You only need to sign 'rain' if you are specifically talking about the weather conditions.
Yes, your dominant hand should be the one on top that moves upward, while your non-dominant hand stays at the bottom to hold the base of the handle.
Yes, the same sign is generally used for any type of umbrella or parasol. You might add context signs like 'sun' or 'beach' to clarify the specific type.
