Learn American Sign Language (ASL) with Sim Kuo – Learn Sign Language LSL#5: Time 1#5

This describes how to tell time (o’clock) in ASL in the right form as well as telling how long. The signed phrase above contains two parts: time and three for three o’clock or 3:00. A general format for expressing time in ASL shows as: “”TIME AM/PM””. 

In American Sign Language (ASL), you can indicate “AM” and “PM” by using specific signs for “morning” and “night” respectively. Here’s how you can sign them: 

* AM (Morning): Use the sign for “morning.” Place your dominant hand in the crook of your non-dominant arm’s elbow, with your dominant hand’s palm facing up. Then, raise your dominant hand slightly, as if the sun is rising.

* PM (Night): Use the sign for “night.” Place your dominant hand over the back of your non-dominant hand, with your dominant hand’s palm facing down. Then, move your dominant hand down slightly, as if the sun is setting.

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