IntermediateCaptionedTranscript28 min

Classifiers in spatial description

Use handshape classifiers to describe location, movement, and shape without spelling a single word.

Sign language video

Start with your dominant hand at shoulder height, palm facing forward.

Captions: English. Signing speed varies between signers - use the speed control if you need more time.

Transcript

0:00
Welcome. In this lesson we work through the manual alphabet one letter at a time.
0:14
Start with your dominant hand at shoulder height, palm facing forward. Keep your elbow relaxed.
0:31
A is a closed fist with the thumb resting alongside the index finger, not tucked inside.
0:48
B is a flat hand, fingers together and straight, thumb folded across the palm.
1:05
Take these slowly. Accuracy first, speed second. Use the playback speed control if you need more time.