I did not sign "hope" I signed: "I try not" (to be selfish). I enjoy being generous." That version of generous is done by signing "give" in an alternating way.

so you said I enjoy being generous, ok

Glad it was helpful! You might enjoy the lesson pages that go with the videos: www.lifeprint.com/asl101/lessons/lessons.htm (Works best on a full-size browser).

Thanks Rich! I hope you are doing great!

See the video at the 11:38 mark. Also visit: www.lifeprint.com/asl101/pages-signs/v/very.htm and scroll down a bit on that page to see the discussion.

@@sign-language thank you. i must have missed that part.

The mouth morphemes are typically only added or helpful when discussing or comparing different sizes of headphones (which we were doing). For everyday life you just do the unmarked (neutral) version of whichever type of headphone you are using (using the appropriate classifier handshape.

@ can the same mouth morphemes be used to compare the size of other things as well?

Short answer is: yes Homework: www.lifeprint.com/asl101/topics/mouth-morphemes-in-asl.htm www.lifeprint.com/asl101/topics/mouthing-advanced-discussion.htm

Tal vez comience visitando Lifeprint.com y usando el traductor de Google para traducir las palabras escritas al español para ayudarle a saber qué significan las imágenes y los videos de los letreros. Ver: translate.google.com/?sl=en&tl=es&op=websites Prueba: www-lifeprint-com.translate.goog/asl101/lessons/lesson01.htm?_x_tr_sl=en&_x_tr_tl=es&_x_tr_hl=en&_x_tr_pto=wapp ----------------------------- Maybe start by going to Lifeprint.com and using Google translate to translate the typed words into Spanish to help you know what the pictures and videos of signs mean. See: translate.google.com/?sl=en&tl=es&op=websites Try: www-lifeprint-com.translate.goog/asl101/lessons/lesson01.htm?_x_tr_sl=en&_x_tr_tl=es&_x_tr_hl=en&_x_tr_pto=wapp

I + WANT + LEARN + SIGN LANGUAGE (hay varias opciones traducir SIGN LANGUAGE). Tambien no importa tanto la orden de las palabras si queda bien claro lo que quieres decir. Otras opciones: SIGN LANGUAGE, LEARN WANT. LEARN WANT, SIGN LANGUAGE. LEARN, SIGN LANGUAGE WANT. LEARN WANT WHAT? SIGN LANGUAGE. I WANT LEARN WHAT? SIGN LANGUAGE.

Hi... quick question: At 19:08 - 19:22 Can you please tell me what was said about the Disney movies. Thank you so much. I appreciate you.

I was just talking about how the Star Wars series first movie came out and then later they decided to turn that one into "number 4" by adding three prequels. Plus there were two sequels (5 and 6). Then I said that the third one was the best. (Actually though I should have stated that Episode V - The Empire Strikes Back was the best. Oh well.)

@@sign-language OH !!!! ok... I saw when you said the 3rd one was the best. Lol Thank you so much for the explanation... I appreciate you.

The vast majority of my students are hearing. Casar Jacobson, with whom I created about 90 videos, is Deaf. Here is an example of a video she and I created: kzbin.info/www/bejne/fICwpISbeM-Wnc0 Here is the playlist of videos with her: kzbin.info/aero/PL6akqFwEeSphVVdsR-rA4udRlrm8xImC- You can read more about her here: en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Casar_Jacobson

Hello Henry! Way back in the "old days" when Valerie Sutton's SignWriting was gaining popularity I researched the writing of sign language enough to decide that while there are uses and benefits to such systems -- my time would be better invested focusing on video and gloss. However, I'm totally fine with and respectful of those who want to put time into researching, developing, and furthering the evolution of such systems (Val and I had a brief but pleasant FB Messenger exchange earlier this year actually). I think if low-cost (virtually free) streaming video didn't exist there would be a greater need for and benefit of using sign writing systems. I'm actually peripherally involved with one such system named ELiS -- which is primarily (but not exclusively) associated with Brazilian Sign Language (Libras). The Laboratório de Leitura e Escrita em Línguas de Sinais - (Laboratory of Sign Language Reading and Writing) (LALELIS) at Universidade Federal de Goiás (Brazil) has provided ELiS translations of the ASLU Level 1 Curriculum (Lessons 1 - 15) and the "First 100 Signs" lesson. This project was directed by Estelita Barros. www.lifeprint.com/asl101/elis/index.htm

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See: www.lifeprint.com/asl101/fingerspelling/fingerspelling.htm Also, here is my beginner level fingerspelling video: kzbin.info/www/bejne/rJKUknSOpbulaNk To understand why fingerspelling looks one way in beginner materials and a different way in actual spelling, see: kzbin.info/www/bejne/haWup6B7jsdsbbs For a BUNCH of fingerspelling practice videos, see my playlist: kzbin.info/aero/PL6akqFwEeSph9F8XdOAEBjloW1sVY1YJw

I'm Deaf. My student is Hearing. Here's my bio: ----------------------------------------- William G. Vicars, Ed.D., (a.k.a. "Dr. Bill" of ASL University) is a former full-time, tenured, full-professor, and researcher at Sacramento State University where he served as coordinator of the American Sign Language and Deaf Studies bachelor degree program. He is Deaf. He holds an earned doctorate in Deaf Studies / Deaf Education from Lamar University in Texas, and has over 30 years of experience teaching and providing workshops in a wide variety of settings including internationally (Singapore, Guyana, etc.) in-person and online. He is the director of Lifeprint.com -- one of the world's most popular web destinations for learning about sign language and Deaf people. Through his KZbin channel at KZbin.com/@sign-language he shares ASL instruction with over 400,000 subscribers. He is married to Bee Vicars MFA who is also Deaf.

To understand why fingerspelling looks one way in beginner materials and a different way in actual spelling, see: kzbin.info/www/bejne/haWup6B7jsdsbbs Also see: kzbin.info/www/bejne/iXK3pKx_ocR2lbM For a BUNCH of fingerspelling practice videos, see my playlist: kzbin.info/aero/PL6akqFwEeSph9F8XdOAEBjloW1sVY1YJw

Of possible amusement to you, I'm glad you mentioned the word plastic. When I read your comment I (rather naturally) fingerspelled the word plastic. I noticed that when spelled at high speed the "T" and the "I" overlap and form a ligature (a combo letter showing both forms morphed together -- at least part of the time). I freaking love finding little gems like that.

Analyze your life situation, time, energy, flow, etc. and find the specific time and places in your life when doing a lesson or part of a lesson is "easy" and "fits." Then, figure about an hour of study time and an hour of practice time per lesson. Less time if you just focus on the vocabulary and five times the amount of study time if you click on every link and read all of the various tips, hints, and explanations. It is okay to consume and engage with the Lifeprint ASLU lessons as often as you want to. The more lessons a person does and the more frequently the person does them -- the closer the learning process becomes to immersion. On the opposite end of the frequency spectrum we find that too great of a space between exposure will result in memory extinction. Compare learning a language to eating. It is indeed possible to spread some peanut butter and a gob of jelly between two slices of bread in under 3 minutes and head out the door with a PB&J sandwich in one hand taking bites as you go. It is also possible to spend many hours prepping a meal with multiple ingredients and then hours eating it. A lot depends on your finances. Some people can afford grass-fed beef and fresh organic foods. Some people can afford to pay to take courses at their local college. Others can afford the paid version of the ASLU courses. www.lifeprint.com/asl101/pages-layout/registration.htm Or maybe they can only afford to subscribe to asl.tc Maybe they can afford a private tutor: facebook.com/groups/DeafCooperative Perhaps they can only afford free online materials and/or whatever is available at your local library. Some folks have tablets and tech that allows them to study conveniently from anywhere (in bed, on the throne, riding a bus, or taking the train, etc.. Do you just want the calories? Do you just want to learn to wave your hands in the air enough to have a passable conversation about superficial topics? Or do you want umami flavor, a spectrum of nutrients, gorgeous plating, and engaging friends with whom to eat? Do you want private tutoring, grade tracking, access to an instructor, documentation of course completion, etc. I get it if the number of choices seems overwhelming. That is probably part of why you are reaching out. Thus I'll answer your question directly. I recommend studying a minimum of three lessons a week and reviewing from time to time. Consider going through the official ASLU playlist. The link is in item 2 in the list below. (You can skip any repeated lesson videos or circle back to them later for review.) How to use ASL University to learn sign language for free: 1. Visit Lifeprint.com and become familiar with the ASL University website. 2. Bookmark the official ASLU KZbin master playlist: kzbin.info/aero/PL6akqFwEeSpiLwRFA3ZvuOWMwPXwI7NqA 3. For quick reviews (to prevent memory extinction) bookmark the "Signs" channel playlist page: kzbin.infoplaylists 4. If you use a desktop or laptop computer you can look up signs using this page: www.lifeprint.com/search.htm 5. If you use a mobile device you can look up signs using this page: www.lifeprint.com/search/index.htm 6. If you can’t find a sign after using the search options at Lifeprint.com then consider applying to join the Lifeprint-ASLU Facebook group and asking your question there. See: facebook.com/groups/Lifeprint.ASLU/ 7. Go through the ASLU Lessons for free: www.lifeprint.com/asl101/lessons/lessons.htm Your comments, questions, or suggestions are always welcome. To contact Dr. Bill Vicars, see: www.lifeprint.com/asl101/pages-layout/contact.htm Ways to support the ASL University channel at KZbin.com/billvicars * For donation options, see: www.Lifeprint.com/donate.htm * Click the “thumb up” (like) icon on videos * Click the “subscribe” button (if you haven't done so yet) * Click on the "bell" icon to receive notifications of new videos. * Click the “Share” link and share the videos. * Watch at least 30 seconds of ads or the entire ad if it's shorter than 30 seconds. * On social media post a link to Lifeprint.com and KZbin.com/billvicars and encourage your friends to learn ASL. The more people that learn -- the more potential opportunities you will have to enjoy signing.

I've had to make the choice of whether to publish without captions or not publish -- since doing a good job of manually typing captions for a video like this can take hours. So, you should probably expect the various series with Cassie to be a bit above your skill level and perhaps use the playlist to find videos that are a bit easier to understand. Here is the official ASLU KZbin master playlist: kzbin.info/aero/PL6akqFwEeSpiLwRFA3ZvuOWMwPXwI7NqA To be clear, I agree, captions (subtitles) would be great for this and many other videos on this channel. It is a goal of mine. I'm even in the process of arranging an intern who will help out with that. For now though I'd rather create more signed content and encourage students to find a level that they can understand most of without captions.

I absolutely do not claim or pretend to know everything about anything. Even though I have a doctorate in Deaf Studies I still consider myself to be a life-long student. I have invested many decades in studying the language over the course of my lifetime -- including taking numerous ASL-related classes during graduate school (both masters level and doctorate level) and then attending workshops and doing independent research since then. Additionally, language evolves. Thus a person who is teaching a language ought to continue studying it to keep up with that evolution.

Thank you! I really appreciate the support!

Eventually I hope to buy software that can convert videos to screensavers and make them available for free. I asked AI how to put a KZbin video as a screensaver on a phone and it responded with: To use a KZbin video as a screensaver on your phone, you typically need to download the video first, then use a dedicated app that allows you to set custom video screensavers; most built-in phone settings won't directly support playing KZbin videos as screensavers. Steps: 1. Download the KZbin video: Use a video downloader app: Find a reliable video downloader app from your app store and use it to download the KZbin video in a suitable format for your phone. Convert to a compatible format: Some apps might require you to convert the downloaded video to a specific file type (like MP4) before using it as a screensaver. 2. Install a screensaver app: Search for "video screensaver" apps: Explore your app store for apps that specifically allow you to set custom videos as screensavers. Popular options: Some popular choices include "Live Wallpapers," "Video Screensaver," or "SureVideo" (depending on your phone's operating system). 3. Set up the video screensaver: Open the app: Launch the screensaver app you installed. Select your video: Navigate to the downloaded KZbin video on your phone and select it within the app. Customize settings (optional): Some apps allow you to adjust settings like video loop, playback speed, and screen position. Activate as screensaver: Within the app settings, choose the downloaded video as your active screensaver and set the desired time delay for when it should activate. Not all phones have built-in features to set custom video screensavers, so you might need to rely on third-party apps.

Try this site: asl.ms/mobile/