LSC: verbos principales de la lengua de señas

Learning a new language is always an exciting challenge, especially when it comes to sign language, a rich and nuanced visual language. In this lesson, we'll focus on learning some basic verbs that are essential for communicating effectively in sign language. So take a deep breath, relax your hands and get ready to dive into the fascinating world of nonverbal communication.

What are the essential verbs in sign language?

Starting with verbs is a great way to build a solid foundation in any language, and sign language is no exception. Below, we'll explore some fundamental verbs that will help you express everyday actions.

Walk and run: how are they expressed?

• Walk: Imagine you say "I walk every day". In sign language, this verb can be expressed with a hand movement that simulates the act of walking.
• Run: Similar to walk, but faster. Think of the phrase "I run every day" and how your hands can convey this sense of speed and continuous movement.

Expressing food and travel: How do you communicate who eats or travels?

• Eating: imagine a gesture as if you were bringing a hamburger to your mouth. "I eat a hamburger" becomes a visual act.
• Traveling: Often involves a simple gesture of forward motion that represents moving. "I love to travel to the sea" could be expressed with fluid movements that evoke the sea and a taste for travel.

What other verbs are useful in everyday situations?

• Study: "I study technological design," a statement that can create a connection with those who share your interest in technology.
• Cooking: For some, "my mom always cooks," an everyday action that in sign language is communicated with characteristic movements of mixing ingredients.
• Writing and reading: Both crucial to education and development. "I write in the notebook" and "I read a lot of books" can be made suggestive with gestures that imitate these actions.

Looking, working and teaching: how are these actions performed?

• Looking: Think of seeing a beautiful sunrise; your hands draw the image you see.
• Work: "Work very hard" is represented by firm movements that indicate effort and dedication.
• Teach: Especially relevant in an educational context, "I teach sign language" is a powerful gesture for sharing knowledge.

These verbs are just the beginning of your journey in learning sign language. Practicing these gestures will allow you to communicate fluently and establish deeper connections with those who use this beautiful form of language. Feel free to create a video practicing these verbs and share it in the forum to receive feedback and further improve your skills. See you in the next lesson!