Learn ASL: 28 Signs about feelings and emotions

[@autonomousAcquaintances]

I love that you sign from so many different angles, it's so helpful!

[@ASLMeredith]

Thanks, Kailah! I'm glad you find this format useful :)

[@zosiahuber7521]

same

[@R.D.Rosalind]

I find it really useful, as well!

[@graceslifestyle1715]

@@ASLMeredith are u really death

[@ASLMeredith]

@@graceslifestyle1715 I assume you mean "deaf" -- It's a common and careless but offensive mistake. No, I'm not deaf. More on my background is in my "About" tab.

[@Themme___fatale]

As a poor person who still wants to learn sign, this has been a great resource. I haven't been able to do in person classes, and having a teacher teach in the language has helped me so much! All the angles help a lot too! Thanks for making these accessible!

[@ASLMeredith]

Thanks for sharing, Presley! I'm so glad you've found these free videos helpful to kickstart your learning. :) Keep up the good work!

[@kaylamartin519]

I have a deaf person who comes to my gym and I really need to learn this.

[@whitecrow1949]

As a retired ASL educator from last century, I endorse this. On Pinterest I am often asked about good resources for learning ASL. I will add you to the list. You are apparently either Deaf or a CODA. I am impressed.

[@ASLMeredith]

Thanks so much for the positive endorsement! I'm glad you find these videos valuable for learners. Signers do often assume, but I'm actually neither - more on my background with ASL and the Deaf community is in my 'About' tab. Hope you continue to find these useful resources for beginner signers!

[@tyree3774]

Honestly I learn more from you than in my actual class. This is a review for me but I also learned other variations which is good. Im studying to be an interpreter so I want to be exceptionally good!

[@ASLMeredith]

Thanks for the kind feedback! Glad you find it useful review. Another way to get extra practice online and learn more variations is to watch native signers -- if you can interact live / at Deaf events, that's ideal. But otherwise you can check out videos like anything by DPAN.tv -- watch the news in ASL! Great practice.

[@My.namesKAI]

This helps A lot I actually want to learn ASL because I want to be able to help a transfer student who IS deaf and confused on what the teacher is saying I want to do ASL to the student and when she does sign language I'll tell the teacher what she said so this helps

[@monnievoss2727]

한기애 that is why I am learning asl

[@bluebean8543]

I'm just learning because it's fun and I might need it at some point in my life, but I'm glad to know you wanted to help the student! It's been year since you commented this, but I wonder: are you two friends? How's it been between you two? If you were friends, are you still friends or no? You don't have to answer if you don't want to, I'm just curious.

[@Shayankhan-iu5he]

Hello

[@camerongar942]

shut up

[@WolfsFriend42]

Thank you, Meredith. I hope you have a most Blessed Day *HUGS*

[@iAnubis-ttv]

I'm currently learning ASL at my school. The language is pretty interesting and i look forward to learning it. Glad i can come here to practice, or whenever i need a refresher. Thanks for the videos!

[@ASLMeredith]

Thank YOU for commenting, Willie! Glad you find these videos useful to support your class.

[@yafav_taytay2375]

May I ask what school you attend? It's just that...my school doesn't teach ASL and I'm sorta feeling frustrated about that because I believe it should be included in all schools so that students can learn more.

[@alekapfo4629]

Thank you!

[@sohansaha8139]

Lĺĺ

[@rachelm1812]

Love that you add description behind a sign. Frustrated-like hitting your head against the wall. This really helps me to remember the sign.

[@ASLMeredith]

Thanks, Rachel! Glad it helps :)

[@dianaholguin4945]

Glad I came across your page. I work at a hospital and had a dead mom come in and I wanted to refresh my ASL memory so thank you!

[@a.w.-hvac3294]

Your videos are great Meredith. I knew a lot of ASL when I was younger but lost most of it. I am now a teacher and have deaf students and I am working to be fluent in ASL and these videos really help! Thank you!

[@ASLMeredith]

Thanks for the kind feedback! I'm glad to learn you're practicing ASL again to better communicate with your students -- keep up the good work!

[@brianadavidson3842]

"When you are siging happy, smile" all the people who said " happy" but are really dying on the inside:😑

[@drewbartlett460]

Does the fact that I laughed at this prove Im mentally Ill 😂

[@ninjagomasternya]

briana davidson llool

[@brianadavidson3842]

@@drewbartlett460 maybe just a little 😂

[@ASLMeredith]

@@brianadavidson3842 Oh my hope everyone is doing well !

[@jessicamerced9116]

Thanks to you Meredith I have learned and memorized 53 words and phrases today by watching your videos. I am so excited to meet someone that I can sign ASL too. I've always wanted to learn but didn't know where to start. The movie that recently came out, A Quiet Place, really gave me inspiration and I'm so glad I found your videos to give me even more inspiration! I can't wait to watch the rest of them!

[@CaptainRazzie]

Your videos are so helpful! I really appreciate the analogies to what the sign is similar to (like the leg shaking for nervous and the cheeks blushing for embarrassed). It helps a lot!!!

[@danieller730]

Wow. So I just discovered this KZbin channel today because I cannot learn ASL online. There are some things that you just have to have a person there. But I think that Meredith does a fantastic job. Her videos are set up perfectly. They loop and show different directions. She doesn't go too fast and signs as she explains! You're a lifesaver Meredith. This will help me so much with classes!

[@ASLMeredith]

Hi Danielle, thank you so much for the kind comment! I'm so glad you're taking an ASL class, and hope these videos help you continue to practice and study. Thanks for the encouraging feedback on the pace and format :) Keep up the good work!

[@ashleydanielson5586]

Thank you so much for your videos. I’ve had 3 deaf co-workers in 2 years and decided it’s time to become more versatile. It made my co-workers day.

[@ASLMeredith]

Wonderful!! So glad you're learning to communicate. Win win all around!

[@Χριζαϊων_Ζηνόβῐος]

Once again, you're an amazing teacher, you make it all so clear.

[@ASLMeredith]

Thanks so much, Chris! :D

[@brookechiasson3680]

I love that you show it from all angles and indicate that facial expression is such a big part of the sign. Thank you for all that you do in teaching. My son and I are on this journey together. We are hearing, however we bond over learning a new language and being humbled that we are blessed enough to have hearing intact. I myself only have 1 functioning eye, so I appreciate the challenges that come along with impairments. You are appreciated, as are your videos. Thank you for taking the time to make them and educate us.

[@rob9265]

Wanted to thank you for these series. I used to work with deaf and hard of hearing and was improving my ASL skills greatly and then I left for work overseas. Now after a few years I want to make sure I re-learn this as I find it fascinating. Cheers!!

[@balBROni]

Meredith, you genuinely make me happy while I'm learning a whole new language. I cannot begin fathom to type my appreciation for you and your channel. You have saved me from embarrassment in class. If only we could leave comments for you in sign to show our appreciation!

[@ASLMeredith]

This makes my day!! You're so kind to leave such a thoughtful message of appreciation. I'm thankful you took the time and am glad you find my videos helpful support and practice for your ASL classes!! Keep up the awesome work and keep signing! :) :)

[@balBROni]

@@ASLMeredith omg I can’t believe you replied! My wife just checked on me to ask if I was ok from my shriek just now. I’ve coined you my you my “KZbin bae” since I’ve been putting in so much hours watching your vids Lmao. Thank you for your kind words! 😂😭

[@ASLMeredith]

@@balBROni 😄 Thanks so much! You're the best :) hope you don't get sick of me! And keep on learning and keep signing!

[@JeremyJohn781]

I'm a program supervisor at an adult day habilitation center, with that said I work with non-verbal people and not all of them no ASL but I have been studying this video hoping it helps me get across to some of the people I care for.. so THANK YOU soooo much!

[@ASLMeredith]

Thank YOU for the kind comment! I'm so glad you're learning ASL to help support your clientele and hope you continue to find these videos useful.

[@slvrangel22]

This was EXACTLY what I needed. I took a level 1 class several years ago up around Philadelphia and recently decided to take another class and didn't know whether to do Level 1 as a refresher or Level 2 and after getting some guidance went into Level 2. They spent last Monday going over all of the signs in Level 1... half I knew and half I didn't. And the review was fast. This covered a lot from the ones I didn't know or wasn't confident about!!! Thank you, thank you, thank you!! It was the right pace and amount of repetition along with explanations for some. Perfect!!!

[@ASLMeredith]

Wow, perfect, thanks for sharing! I'm so glad this helped you review for your level 2 class :) and how wonderful that you're returning to your ASL studies! Keep up the good work!

[@JamieHeckleW]

Hi Meredith. I started my homeschool year doing Spanish. I stopped doing Spanish because I didn't like the program. So I started doing ASL. I tried a bunch of different videos but none of them helped. I found one of your videos and tried it. It helped me so much. Thank you Meredith ASL.

[@ASLMeredith]

Thank you for the positive feedback! I'm so glad you find these videos useful.

[@eliserivera748]

I love all of your videos! They have really helped me out with work. Could you possibly do a grammar-sentence structure video? That seems to be my biggest struggle.

[@jlostudio9397]

Grammar in ASL is pretty confusing. I like to think of it being slightly backwards, like learning Spanish. Eventually you’ll start to know where you’re supposed to turn the words around rather than talk the way we normally would, if that helps. Or if you’ve ever watched something Star Wars, just think of Yoda talk. There’s also a video by another person, but I forget who. Just stay on KZbin and you might want to search ASL Sentence Structure. That one really helped me. Hope this helps you! 😊🥰 ❤️

[@craigolsen1792]

You are an excellent teacher. Thank you for the hard work you put into making the videos.

[@aspicytunaroll]

Meredith, So my girlfriend and I picked up learning ASL because we thought it would be fun and watching your videos and learning together is one of our favorite things to do. Thank you so much for all that you do!!

[@wintersummerdays]

Love your videos They are very clear and you take time to slow down. So far im learning a lot. I haven't met many deaf people but I have always worked in customer service and Asl is something I've always wanted to learn. ❤

[@merangreen]

I love, love that you show the signs from different angles! That really helps me remember the signs.

[@ASLMeredith]

Thanks for the encouraging feedback! So glad this format helps you learn :)

[@juneosborne862]

Good morning Meredith!!😊. Thank you for the new signs today. You are a gift from God. Truly an amazing person. Be Blessed!! 🙏💕🤟

[@telecomex]

Hi Meredith. You are an Angel. Thank you for your videos. Your eyes are very expressive. There is a special place in heaven for people like you. Thanks for being so incredible. - c

[@ASLMeredith]

Oh TOUCH-HEART! Thank you for these very kind words. I'm glad you find these videos useful and hope you learn well :) thank YOU for being here!

[@kathym.50]

Love your videos!!!!!!!! You challenge me to learn more. Sometimes when I think you're too fast, I tell myself, "if you want to communicate, you must learn the speed and the signs"'. Glad I found your page.

[@ASLMeredith]

Thanks so much, Kathy, for these very kind words !! I'm so glad you find these videos useful, AND that you have such a positive attitude toward learning and challenging yourself to grow. Bravo! As a tip, if you really need to slow down a video, you can select the KZbin video menu (3 dots or gear icon) and select speed: 0.5 :)

[@loxied-t2613]

These classes have given me a lot of confidence when speaking to those who use sign language especially when they come into our store. Thank you

[@ASLMeredith]

Wonderful! I'm so glad you're learning to better communicate with your Deaf customers.

[@loxied-t2613]

God bless you for all that you do.

[@kingtime08921]

I've been learning ASL for about a week now, and I absolutely love your videos! They're so easy to follow, and the multiple angles really help a lot. Your smile and enthusiasm make learning fun 😁 Thank you for all your hard work! I will be paying close attention and practicing with your videos whenever I have time. All the best!

[@ASLMeredith]

Hi "Kingtime" - thank you so much for the encouraging comment! I'm so glad you find these videos useful for learning :) and fun! Keep up the good work.

[@angel-zx1fn]

love these videos ! they've been helping me so much ! massive thank you !! 💗💗

[@adnandeaf8169]

Lid mid by

[@alexislobo5985]

you are my teacher when I'm not in class lol Thank you so much ! helps a lot !!!🙌

[@alexisconnelly905]

I am learning ASL at college and we only meet once a week, so your videos are helpful with review. Will definitely be watching more!

[@ASLMeredith]

Thanks for sharing, Alexis! I'm so glad you're in a live class and hope these videos continue to help you review and practice :) keep up the good work!

[@charlettemackmccoy4325]

Lol lol , because signing of the letter Y is our " Shaka " sign here in the islands. Hello, I'm fine, or surf's up! Aloha from Honolulu Hawaii

[@ASLMeredith]

Interesting! You use the "L", not the "Y"? Tell me more!

[@bethyanne9047]

My son wants to learn sign language and he loves watching you because you make learning easy

[@ASLMeredith]

Hi Bethany, thanks for this encouraging feedback! I'm so glad your son enjoys these videos and hope he continues learning ASL!

[@candygrimaldi7236]

It's great that you sign with side angles, too. It helps to have the extra view!🤗

[@ASLMeredith]

Thanks for the positive feedback, Candy! I'm so glad you find this format helpful :)

[@emilyoconnor3878]

I love this KZbin and all her videos!! Especially because if you're looking for a specific word, she tells you where it is in the (I don't really know what it's called) bottom part below the video!! I was looking for a word and looked at multiple videos. A lot of them were long, and I didn't want to watch them all to find one word. I found this video and was so happy. I subscribed right away.

[@ASLMeredith]

Thank you so much Emily for these kind words! I'm so glad that you find the timestamps useful :) I always wonder if folks actually use them -- good to know I'm not wasting my time ha! :D Thank you for the message and for subscribing :) Let me know how else I can help.

[@kellycronk1596]

Another oldie but goodie, a very useful library resource, we hope never goes away ❤

[@cgray55]

I am so appreciative of the service you are providing. I have learned more through you than any other venue. Thank you.

[@ASLMeredith]

Hi Calvin, thank you so much for the encouraging feedback! I'm thrilled you find these videos so useful. Please let me know if you have any special requests :) (Plus, if you like my teaching style, have you signed up for my free email lessons? Similar stuff, plus some exclusive videos and written explanations. Learn more at www.aslmeredith.com/newsletter )

[@naomisvlogs2622]

this was three years ago but its so helpful thank you so much for this! God bless you always.

[@vtbhoward]

Something I realized as a parent/teacher, having feelings of being excited is not always a positive thing. It has different meanings, especially for children. Of course, we usually use it to describe a good feeling related to pleasing experiences (good or bad) as adults.

[@ASLMeredith]

This is an EXCELLENT point - thank you for sharing. You're right, so facial expression might change depending on its use.

[@cadancethomas4563]

this helps so much these are the only asl learning videos i watch because there so good

[@ASLMeredith]

Thanks again for this kind feedback :) If you like my teaching style, please stay in touch via my free monthly email lessons! ASLmeredith.com/newsletter :)

[@charlettea.p.kealoha8050]

We use this lesson often. Aloha from Honolulu Hawaii

[@rishabdharya3061]

I'm a professional Singer and guitarist but after watching this video I'm curious to learn. And from now I'm gonna to learn sign language 🙏

[@ASLMeredith]

Great! Hope these videos help you begin your studies :)

[@thunderstrike-rw4hn]

hello Meredith I really enjoy your videos you remind of my deaf teachers and how the tourth me,,, I like it that you show the signs from different prcetions in the body it is very enjoyable to watch you,,,, even thought my signs are BSL uk.... I enjoy your videos so much iam getting to get the asl book,,,, and contine to watch and lrean from your videos,,,, you take your time and allways explaine it well thankyou for your time you give,,,, its apercated ;)

[@ronnygajapersad3462]

romana make

[@catthouser9032]

Thanks Meredith ....the notes on your facial expressions with signing are great. Also pointing out how certain signs look similar is a GREAT help. Been driving myself nuts over look-a-like signs. See that the hand position may be the same but the body position is different.

[@ASLMeredith]

Thanks for the kind feedback! Glad you find these videos useful. I'll keep the similar-sign clarifications coming!

[@aristotle7564]

I am hoh but I never learned asl as a kid. Your videos are very helpful for me

[@ASLMeredith]

I’m so glad you’re learning ASL now!

[@krissifadwa]

I learned this language so fast from her style of teaching. Thanks ❤

[@ASLMeredith]

Thanks for the positive comment, Christina! I’m so glad you find these helpful :)

[@mariamorrow5304]

Thank you so much for doing these videos! I've always wanted to learn ASL and the different angles really help me to understand if I'm doing the motions correctly myself.

[@ASLMeredith]

You are so welcome, Maria! I'm glad you find these videos useful for learning :)

[@victoriaortega3850]

I love your videos thank you so much very clear and you go over it from all angles it helps specially the words on the side I usually put ur videos on mute so it's more visual I'm dyslexic so hearing some words then seeing them and trying to sign gets frustrating and too difficult but putting it on mute and seeing your expressions and signs makes it so satisfying that Im actually learning it.

[@ASLMeredith]

Thank you for the feedback! I'm glad you find these videos helpful in learning.

[@jailb8lyf]

Thank you. You are a very good teacher. I appreciate your format with the talking, text and sign. It is useful for me as a beginner ASL student who is hearing. God bless.

[@ASLMeredith]

Thank you for the kind words!! I'm so glad you enjoy and learn from this format.

[@lynnbergendorff9322]

Hey Meredith, I am going over your new videos this time I am taking ASL 2 in my community college where I live. Been awhile I have practiced because of my other classes and work. I am hoping this time around I will stay in practice and do it on a regular basis

[@itssnuni]

I’m glad I found your channel, I’ve been watching a lot of your asl videos to help me because I like to learn based off of topic and your videos are perfect for that also I like that you move to different sides, use cc, and show variations so thank you!!!

[@iqraes]

Hi, Meredith! I have some doubts about signing some connecting words like: as, but, of, from, to, for, by, through, if, would, could, although, on, off, into, just, and, or... I'd love a video of you signing these words. I love all your videos! Thanks to them I am learning ASL and having a great big progress. You're amazing!

[@99minions]

Probably very late but if you have the app “mimix 3D” you type in any word you want and it shows you that word in sign language!

[@elbertbongardt394]

Your one of the best!!

[@ASLMeredith]

Thank you, Elbert !

[@elbertbongardt394]

@@ASLMeredith THANK You!! It's a great Blessing to me, and I promised you that I will share your gifted ASL to many people. Peace & most Sincerely, Elbert

[@junemiller3239]

I got a job where I have to sign and watching you helped me a lot thank you for teaching sign language

[@ASLMeredith]

Thank YOU, June, for sharing! So great that you're learning ASL to communicate with folks in your new job!

[@jennv6695]

Thank you so much for these videos. I've looked through a few and yours have been the most helpful.

[@ASLMeredith]

Thanks, Jenn! So glad you find these useful for learning.

[@marydawson5750]

Thank you for sharing your sign language video You are a great tutorial for sign language.

[@cindythompson2511]

I love watching your videos. I learn so much!!!

[@ASLMeredith]

Thanks for the kind feedback, Cindy!

[@Cosette-gx7sq]

Meredith, you’re adorable. Thank you for teaching us ASL. God bless.

[@ASLMeredith]

Thanks for the kind comment! Glad you enjoy learning from these videos

[@yafav_taytay2375]

Great video and soooooo helpful! I'm not deaf or anything, but I still love ASL! I don't know how it happened, but I just find American Sign Language to be such a beautiful form of communication! Thank you for posting videos like these!

[@ASLMeredith]

Thank you for the kind feedback! Glad you find these videos useful.

[@Jacobythe1st]

You're so amazing, I work with special needs children and this has helped me a great deal and your other videos. THANK YOU SO MUCH! Keep on doing a great job. And I'll keep watching your videos :)

[@ASLMeredith]

Oh yay! Thanks for the kind feedback. I'm go glad you find these videos useful, and hope they continue to help you in working with children who may benefit from visual communication.

[@jackbrouillette6975]

I love this and I am hoping for a major in signing when I get into collage! Thank you so much!

[@emily-de6ne]

I decided yesterday, I wanted to start learning ASL so I LOVE these videos

[@La-ml1rh]

I love your lessons! You are the best!

[@pastorvidro4174]

Thank you Meredith , you are Awesome . God Bless you . 🤟🤟🤟🤟

[@warrenstaben6166]

Thank you Meredith.

[@dianegoldman4822]

Your site is terrific! I constantly review with you. Thanks

[@ASLMeredith]

Thanks so much for the kind feedback! Let me know how else I can help you learn and practice :)

[@kirstenpalmer1123]

Thank you for these videos. They are really helping me learn and I use them as a supplement to my regular classes at uni. Thanks so much please keep them coming. You should set up a patreon page so people can support you in making more.

[@vincebermudez869]

You do an absolutely amazing job. Thank you. I love your channel. Subscribed!!

[@ASLMeredith]

Thanks so much, Vince! I'm glad you find these videos useful :)

[@catthouser9032]

Thank you for your lessons. You are a great teacher.

[@ASLMeredith]

Thank YOU!

[@charlettemackmccoy4325]

Mahalo (thanks) for your feedback, we'll keep watching you.

[@ASLMeredith]

:D

[@fijames4667]

I'm only 12 but I know half of these signs and I want to keep learning them because we might have a deaf student in my grade and they need someone to be their friend and helper 😙😊

[@ASLMeredith]

That's awesome that you're learning ASL to communicate with your Deaf peer ! Hope these videos help you gain some basic conversational skills :) keep up the great work!

[@ralphu.7568]

I’m fine Meredith. Thanks for asking. I learned some new signs today. Some I already knew from watching another KZbinr ASL instructor. Thanks again!

[@ASLMeredith]

Great! Keep it up!

[@ralphu.7568]

@@ASLMeredith- Thank you! I will.

[@biancaa1019]

Awesome videos! Thank you for the clarity ! ♥️♥️

[@MM-ob3ke]

When expressing excitement, can most signers tell whether or not I’m touching my chest when I sign it? I wanted to know if that’s a necessary part of expressing this (and other) sign(s), because it’s kinda uncomfortable to tap my boobs (or my chest generally) with my finger tips. Most of the other signs I’ve learned that touch the chest are bigger movements (“please,” for ex.) which don’t bother me. But if it’s something I definitely need to get over to learn ASL then I’ll work on getting over it! Thanks for all you do!

[@ASLMeredith]

Ah, good question! It's important to note that you don't need to really PRESS or POKE your chest - it shouldn't be uncomfortable. The middle finger just grazes the body, barely perceptibly. It's fine if you barely touch; the point I was emphasizing in the video is that the sign is not produced entirely in neutral space. The location of the sign is the torso.

[@canalrun6571]

Your videos are the best. Thanks.

[@ASLMeredith]

Thank YOU!

[@scottreacher4620]

This is another fantastic video. I really appreciated this one. Thank you so much for all you do. It just means the world to me.

[@viccolasvic9461]

My autistic butt: has a hard time hearing/understanding words My autistic butt: has selective mutism so i need ways to comunicste without being able to hear well/ speak well My autistic butt: is horrible at facial expressions. Im bent now.

[@kimberlywells7151]

Did you ever learn ASL, and did it really help you to communicate when you were unable to speak? I'm asking because I've been learning ASL for fun, but I believe that I have Selective Mutism and I want to know if I'd be able to use ASL to communicate when unable to speak.

[@TugsTugsTugs0]

Ok

[@camerongar942]

how

[@viccolasvic9461]

@@kimberlywells7151 I actually do apply it to my bouts of nonverbal communication and even for punctuation for things I'm saying out loud. I only know a few signs here and there to get by but most of my studying is only what's available on youtube.

[@viccolasvic9461]

@@camerongar942 yeah

[@FeliciaFollum]

It's funny I can sign way better than read. I worked with deaf kids for a year and then with adults with disabilities, where I signed but I had a couple students who used it for reading but didn't sign back. And now I just sign church music, but I have not really been involved in the deaf community since moving to our new town. Your videos are perfect for my level!

[@ASLMeredith]

Thanks for sharing your story! I'm so glad you find these videos useful :)

[@MrStilltippin44]

You are awesome 👏🏼 I’m learning so much from you and bill vicars.

[@ASLMeredith]

Thanks so much for the kind feedback! Glad you're able to find these useful.

[@tjtampa214]

Great teaching style.👋 Very much enjoyed it. I enjoy learning with you. 🍂🧡🍂

[@ASLMeredith]

Thank you so much for your kind comment! I'm so glad you find these videos useful and enjoyable for learning :)

[@marisawhitmer7736]

so glad i found your channel

[@Χριζαϊων_Ζηνόβῐος]

For one-handed signs, does it matter which hand is used?

[@ASLMeredith]

Great question! I actually answered this in a past email newsletter, so I suggest you subscribe (aslmeredith.com has the link, this: goo.gl/forms/IxNl40w0VZoo91Yp1 ) for future helpful explanations! Here's the summary: You should use your dominant hand for most key movements, so if you're a righty, then go with your right hand! For more information, read on: The way it generally works is: If it's a one-handed sign, then just use your dominant hand (I use my right hand because I'm right-handed). If it's a two-handed sign where BOTH hands move symmetrically or in tandem, then it won't make a difference. If a two-handed sign where one hand moves and the other stays still--that's again where your dominant hand would do the moving while your non-dominant hand stays still. Of course, generally do what's comfortable (I know some righties who sign more comfortably left-dominant, or vice-versa), but simply aim to be CONSISTENT rather than switching back and forth from hand to hand. Hope that helps!

[@Χριζαϊων_Ζηνόβῐος]

helps a lot :)

[@charlettea.p.kealoha8050]

Where going to use this site with granddaughter. Aloha from Honolulu, Hawaii

[@cliffordtburns09]

I have seen many different types of ASL and I am very confused. All of the the methods from person to person are drastically different from one another. My only analogy would be Ebonics in English. I guess there are more than one way to sign?

[@ASLMeredith]

Yes, there may be more than one way! There is plenty of variation in ASL, just like there's variation (dialects, accents) English. There are ASL accents, regional versions of signs, Black ASL (Google Joseph Hill -- he's done a lot of research on it!), and so on. There are also differences in register (formal signing vs. casually with friends), which is a feature of spoken languages as well. ASL is a real, evolving, and spread-out language, so you may see variation from person to person. The more you interact with people, the more you'll pick up small variations on the same sign, and learn new ones :) Hope that helps! I covered this topic more in-depth in my email newsletter over the summer. Sign up at aslmeredith.com to receive new newsletters - for the New Year, I'll be sending out a link with all previous content, so you can find that answer.

[@cliffordtburns09]

Meredith ASL thank you for responding. You have helped me in more ways than you know. What you do is amazing. Keep it up.

[@ebonyfoley4495]

This is so helpful!! Thank you so much!! Keep it up girl!!

[@jozettemina5340]

how do you express you are feeling multiple emotions, would you just sign one after the other?

[@ASLMeredith]

Yes, great question! To sign about items in a list (whether emotions, colors, snacks.. anything!) you can sign one after the other, adding in a slight pause and head nod between items. Think of this like a visual comma :)

[@michellebrothers694]

Thank you so much for your assistance!

[@reillydavis4845]

These videos are super helpful! Thank you so much!

[@ASLMeredith]

Yay thanks for the kind feedback! Glad you find these useful :D

[@svgstarlight]

Really loved this video ! You were very clear with your signing and talking.

[@ASLMeredith]

Thanks so much for the kind feedback! If you like my style and want to keep learning, did you know I offer a free monthly email newsletter? If interested, you can learn more here: www.aslmeredith.com/newsletter.html

[@alienkid]

Thank you so much for your videos!

[@leahgreco5173]

Amazing! I have learned everything I know from your videos! I am wondering how you sign a word with double letters, so just a suggestion!

[@ASLMeredith]

Hi Leah, thanks for the kind comment! So glad you find these videos useful for learning :) Great question about double letters! I could certainly add this to my video list for the new year. In the meantime: Generally, you reproduce the letter's handshape in some way, though sometimes you may see a 'slide' movement instead. Different textbooks and different teachers give different "rules" to follow for double letters; there isn't one singular correct way. Vowels are almost always a "slide", while consonants.. you'll see a mix, and it may vary by position. Here's a good quora answer that summarizes some 'rules': www.quora.com/When-hand-spelling-ASL-how-do-you-sign-two-of-the-same-letters-like-in-good-or-steel But in your own class, use the style your teacher recommends!

[@unliuniverse2999]

You are a good teacher! Thank you!

[@ASLMeredith]

Thanks for the kind feedback!

[@CessDoesChaos]

this helps me so much to express my nervousness in signing to others. I do understand SL but i get really clammy when i hve to sign back

[@ASLMeredith]

Hi Turon, thanks again for sharing. As noted, it's normally to get nervous, but with more time and exposure you'll improve and gain confidence! You can also improve your skills by practicing in the mirror or even recording yourself and watching it back, to see where you can get better. Either way - don't be afraid - keep practicing in actual conversations and that fear/nervousness will begin to subside.

[@alondrayjoseserrano300]

Very professional and good way of signing keep making videos

[@ASLMeredith]

Thanks for the encouraging feedback! I'm so glad you find these videos useful :)

[@HappyHuman25]

1 thank you. 2 question. Is loving and love the same sign? If not what is the difference?

[@weirdbutokay4750]

Some of these signs brought me back to my surfer root. Appropriately, 'Whats up?' and ''same as always' But the 'proud' sign made me think of FFXIV's Ball Dance emote.