To sign "usually", form both hands into "Y" handshapes by extending your thumbs and pinky fingers while keeping your other fingers curled. Hold both hands in front of your body with your palms facing down. Then, move both hands forward and slightly downward in a single, smooth motion.
To sign this, point to yourself for "I", then perform the sign for "usually" by moving your "Y" hands forward. Follow this with the signs for "wake up" and "early" to complete the sentence.
Start by signing "we", then use the forward-moving "Y" hands for "usually". Finish the sentence by signing "eat", "dinner", and indicating the time by signing "time" and the number "6".
Point to the person you are talking about, then sign "usually". Next, sign "walk" and direct the movement toward the sign for "school" to show her regular routine.
To sign this, point to yourself for "I", then perform the sign for "usually" by moving your "Y" hands forward. Follow this with the signs for "wake up" and "early" to complete the sentence.
Start by signing "we", then use the forward-moving "Y" hands for "usually". Finish the sentence by signing "eat", "dinner", and indicating the time by signing "time" and the number "6".
Point to the person you are talking about, then sign "usually". Next, sign "walk" and direct the movement toward the sign for "school" to show her regular routine.
For this specific variation, you should use both hands. Using only one hand with a "Y" handshape moving downward is the sign for "that". Using both hands ensures your sign is clear and understood correctly.
No, the movement should be a single, smooth push forward and slightly down. Bouncing or shaking your hands can change the meaning entirely, as shaking "Y" hands is the sign for "play" or "party".
Start with your hands comfortably in front of your torso, with your elbows slightly bent. This gives you enough room to clearly execute the forward and downward motion without overextending your arms.
