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ASL tips4 Dec 2020

How to say “girl” in Sign Language

To perform the sign “girl” in American Sign Language (ASL) form a fist with a raised thumb. Afterward, move your hand to your face and slide your thumb down your cheek twice.

Useful Sentences

Every Wednesday my girl plays tennis.

The girl has black curly hair.

The girl is 16 years old.

Do I use my right or my left hand for signing “girl”?

For signs like “girl” that use only one hand, you typically use the hand you also write with. So in case you are left-handed, you would normally use your left hand for signing “girl”.

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