How to sign
Like in ASL
Like (as in enjoy) pulls the thumb and middle finger together away from the chest, as if drawing something out of your heart.
- Single sign
- One hand
- Handshape: Open hand closing to thumb and middle finger together (8 hand)
- Chest, moving outward
- Relationships
How to sign like
- 1
Place an open hand on your chest with the thumb and middle finger slightly extended.
- 2
Pull the hand away from your chest while bringing the thumb and middle finger together.
- 3
To say 'don't like,' do the same and then flick the fingers open away from you with a head shake.
Common mistakes
- Closing the whole hand. Only the thumb and middle finger meet.
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Questions about “Like”
No. That's SAME, with the Y handshape moving between two things. This LIKE means enjoy or be fond of.
Guide
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