BSL Orientation

Orientation

The orientation of the hand (how the palm is facing) can change a sign’s meaning:

  • Palm Facing Inwards: Can mean “me” or “my”.
  • Palm Facing Outwards: Can mean “you” or “your”.
  • Palm Facing Downwards: Used in signs like “table” (a flat hand moving downwards).
  • Palm Facing Upwards: Used in signs like “give” (a flat hand moving upwards).