S@NearSide-PalmForward Sidetoside

American Sign Language

Etymology

From the S handshape, referring to the initial of the English Seattle in a configuration evocative of the Space Needle, a major landmark and a well-known symbol of Seattle.

Production

  • This one-handed ASL sign is produced as follows:
    1. Posture the dominant hand in the “S” handshape a few inches in front of the shoulder, palm facing forward.
    2. Hold the hand still briefly.
    3. Move the hand a few inches from side to side.
    4. Hold the hand still briefly.

Proper noun

‌If you can, please upload a png or jpg image showing the production of this sign. (ASL gloss: SEATTLE)

  1. Seattle
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