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Fingerspelling. ASL I Unit 1 J. Parmley Richland High School. Definition: handshapes that represent each letter of the alphabet Fingerspelling is used by fluent signers to communicate: Proper nouns Mark Twain, Hurst Specific English words great, fantastic, wonderful
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Fingerspelling ASL I Unit 1 J. Parmley Richland High School
Definition: handshapes that represent each letter of the alphabet • Fingerspelling is used by fluent signers to communicate: • Proper nouns Mark Twain, Hurst • Specific English words great, fantastic, wonderful • Words with no established sign notes, style, early Fingerspelling
Hold your hand to the side of your chest, not in front of your face. • Keep your palm out and your elbow down, close to your side. • Don’t bounce, jerk or move your hand. Fingerspelling Rules
When fingerspelling 2 words together, just pause between words. • To spell double letters, re-form the letter or slide slightly to the right. • Clarity and fluency are more important than speed. Fingerspelling Tips
Cat • Dog • Horse • Oxen • Wolves • Car • Truck • Bike • Train • Golf cart Practice List 1
Red • Blue • Green • Brown • Beige • Mast • Sail • Anchor • Lines • Yard arm Practice List 2