Hello! Are you interested in learning American Sign Language (ASL)? Allow me to show you vocabulary, phrases, grammar and more. I am a certified Educational Interpreter with 20+ years of experience.
I came up with the idea for ASL LOVE while I was at home during quarantine. I began filming videos everyday using ASL for remote learning purposes and found myself searching other Sign Language related pages for support. I have found some informative channels on this platform and wanted to add my own page to the mix.
My goal is to update this page weekly and eventually have an expansive dictionary of signs. I would also like to add a personal element by interviewing other interpreters, teachers and former students.
California State University Northridge B.A. Deaf Studies (concentration pre-Deaf Ed.) Georgian Court University M.Ed Ocean County College - Interpreter Training Program Certified Educational Interpreter
If any of you have ever seen sailor moon her pose she makes when she says “in the name of the moon I’ll punish you!” Her hands are signing I love you! The creator even confirmed that it’s her way of saying I love you to the audience(or something like that)
I just wanted to thank you. I find your videos very helpful. I'm autistic with severe anxiety disorder, trying to learn sign language for when I slip into a nonverbal state, instead of just writing things out. Your movements and facial expressions are extremely helpful. I haven't been able to find anyone else thus far who can explain in a way I can easily understand and copy, since I'm not great with expression. Thank you so much.
Thank you so much for the kinds words. I appreciate it and I’m happy to know that my videos are helping. I hope you find ASL to be a valuable resource when you need it.
It’s a valid question, no worries. I circle in a left to right motion. Try it both ways and you will feel that the opposite direction is uncomfortable.
Perhaps you could show signs for "staycation" and "holistay" as well, since inflation is limiting travel in 2024. LOL! As an Air Force Brat, we used to travel a lot by car, although in upcoming years, I want to visit Europe and stay in some American Airbnb locales too.
Haha VACATION - STAY! It's a real thing. That's great you were able to see so much of the US by car. You can occasionally find cheap flights to Europe if you search regularly.
Many thanks. Since finding your channel and several others, I have begun to revive the sign I learned many years ago. I had become pretty rusty from disuse but these videos are bringing it back. Thank you.
Which one would you recommend to a parent telling her kiddo she loves him? I don’t understand why there’s different variations of sign, would like to know which is appropriate in which context
Great question. Not easy to relay all of that information in a short. The I love you handshape is good for all occasions (friends, family, loved ones). Crossing your arms across your chest is a deeper love. I would sign this to my child. The “kiss fist” means that you love something (chocolate, a movie, book, restaurant, an action, etc). I hope that helps clear it up a bit.
It’s absolutely correct. Either version is fine. One thing to know about ASL, you may come across a few variations for one sign or phrase. It can be confusing in the beginning but try not to let it overwhelm you. You might also see: YOU - NAME? All are correct.
Thanks so much for watching! YT is definitely useful and convenient. Be mindful, not all information is correct. If you want to master the language, I would recommend taking a class in the future. 👍🏼
Hi and thanks for watching. I have seen the sign LUCK used for fate and I have seen it fingerspelled but I am not aware of a specific sign for the word fate.
Even though you said we don’t have to can I still sign “I” before signing “know” as a personal preference or is it more normalized to just not sign “I” before it? (Sorry if that was confusing)
Hi and thanks for watching. The answer is more detailed than you would expect. American Sign Language is separate from English. It is a visual language with grammar rules that apply. If you wanted to sign ASL you would not sign "I."
Hi and thanks for watching! Yes, unfortunately there is no shortage of misinformation online. You can’t believe everything you see. Bill Vicars is a favorite.
I grew up with my parents being deaf, I grew up learning sign language before ASL. I'm looking for videos to help me polish up my skills. I absolutely love your examples and prefect hands. TY4SHARING 🙏
Wait so there’s so say it smoothly like what’s your name? Are most sign conversations like that a bit choppy? And can you do What your name instead of your name what?
Hi and thanks so much for watching.The short answer is that ASL has grammatical rules that differ from English. It does not follow English in a word for word order as is sometimes assumed. If you are studying ASL and hoping to become fluent, I would definitely recommend taking a class that will teach you the language rules and structure of ASL.
Hi and thanks so much for watching. That is a great question. The short answer is that ASL has grammatical rules that differ from English. It does not follow English in a word for word order as is sometimes assumed. If you are studying ASL and hoping to become fluent, I would definitely recommend taking a class that will teach you the language rules and structure of ASL.
@@ASLLOVE Thank you for answering, and that makes sense. I am learning some basics for use in a job at a police dept, in a customer service role. I learned a lot from your videos. Thank you!
Great question. Without seeing it I can’t be sure but I think you mean this: How to Sign - DAY - ALL DAY - EVERYDAY - Sign Language - ASL #shorts ru-vid.comOC9gWWpYNxU?feature=share
