Hi! My name is _________.
The ASL alphabet is an essential function of the language and is often relied upon by beginners to communicate while learning more vocabulary. Check them out below.
Challenge: Learn your ABCs, then record a video.
You may have noticed the term “sign name” being tossed around. What does that mean?
Sign names are personalized or customized signs that combine handshapes and movements to refer to a certain person… they’re like nicknames.
There are some information about getting or giving sign names:
- Deaf signers typically give sign names to friends and family members.
- They can be based on personality traits, distinctive physical qualities, or habits.
- They can also be initialized with the first letter of your name.
- Some ASL users are not given a sign name or choose not to use one, especially if their name is short and/or easy to spell.
- Typically, when introducing yourself, finger spell your name and present your sign name after.
Watch the video below to learn your ABCs. We can’t wait to see your #SLBNameGame posts!
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