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How to Sign "Mother" in ASL
Category: People
Handshape: Open 5-hand (fingers spread)
Step-by-step
- Spread the fingers of your dominant hand.
- Tap your thumb against your chin twice.
Deaf-culture tip
Signs for female family members are made near the chin; male signs are made near the forehead.
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