i’m an autistic teen learning asl because i sometimes go nonverbal, as does my boyfriend who already uses it. your videos have been incredibly helpful to me. i was wondering if maybe you could do a video on how to express needs or how your feeling, like “i’m stressed” or “i need to go to the nurse”. thank you so much for all that you do :)
Self teaching myself sign. I appreciate this so much. Just video one of many to get myself closer to being able to just do the basics for people I may see who need me to sign 🥰
I am learning for my son. He is speech delayed and responding to signs..he actually is even saying words not just signing. And I'm surprised how simple it is. I always thought it was a bit more complex..but once signs are explained..it is really common sense and helps me..because I'm forgetful lol. ..(just had a baby and my mom brains on overdrive lol)..
👋Hi Meredith, I wanted to let you know that I came across your channel about 6 months ago and subscribed right away. I grew up with deaf parents and was their interpreter. I haven't used my ASL in 20 yrs and started wondering if I still remembered and if the signs I remembered were updated. Thru your channel, I have relearned my 2nd language. Thank you, I look forward to all your video's.🤟
You are an extraordinary teacher. Without anyone to communicate with in sign language, I'm still wanting to learn, because it's such a beautiful and universal language and you're such a delightful teacher.
Pointing to your wrist asking for the time or time to go. ASL student in HS & College. I use it with my hearing niece and nephew as well as my fellow members of the disability community who use it to communicate. I have also found it to be helpful to maintain mobility in my hands as I have Cerebral Palsy.
Great job showing the basics. My name is: Darin and I am new to your channel. Haven’t heard back from you, the other day. I figured you are probably slammed with comments and emails. Have a great day.
Ive work in fnb. And ive serve some guest that require communication through asl. And i was glad i stumble upon this channel beforehand and took some time to learn few simple asl.
Thank you so much for these videos! I'm trying to learn because I want to live my life helping others and I think I might be a translator when I'm older! My school doesn't offer classes for this, so videos like this are very helpful. Thanks and good luck to everyone else learning
Love these vids, I lost most on my hearing in the Army. These videos are a great help when I’m in a noisy environment to communicate with spouse and friends.
Me and my kids really enjoy your videos. We have been learning ASL and recently we made a friend who uses sign language because of his Mother she was so happy that we were able to communicate. You were a big part of why me and my kids were able to do that so thank you. Also, if you could make a video talking about hygiene/ bathroom sign that would be awesome. Thanks
When I started learning sign language I found out that the way to count up to 10 on one hand only was pretty similar to the system I was already using to count stuff in my head.
In retrospect, I think I saw Stephen Colbert in a TH-cam video signing "thank you" while saying "thank you" during a monologue or something. I don't remember the occasion, though.
There are a couple ways to do so, but the most simple is, you can do the sign "thank you" back. This video helped me out! th-cam.com/video/IpPkbUqeWIY/w-d-xo.html
I am just learning sign language cos I happen to be posted to a school for the deaf which I have to use sign to teach .for a beginner like me your videos have been very helpful I must say..but I have a little problem with switching fingers.i will really appreciate it if u make a video on how to get your fingers flexible to sign
Hearing person here and a linguistics nerd to boot and I try to be more 'descriptive' than 'prescriptive', but something's bugging me a little about her explanation for the "I Love You" sign. She said it represents "ILU" 'cause the pinky and index create a U shape, which might be OK for a beginner that doesn't fingerspell yet, but the fingerspelling U shape is actually your index + middle pointing up like a vertical H. I've always remembered this sign as the combination of the letters I, L, Y which does double-duty as a memory trick because pinky by itself is "i", thumb + index is "L", and thumb + pinky (shaka brah!) is "Y" which are all the "official" ASL shapes for fingerspelling. I feel like the ILY version of the memory trick also helps me remember variations because they're usually combinations of fingerspelling letters or letters plus another sign, like if you make the ILY but twirl your index for "always" to make "I will always love you" or if you add your middle finger crossed with index finger you get "IRLY" for "I Really Love You" (what she signs out the car window at the end of the movie C.O.D.A., such a great movie!!!!!). All-in all, for any language whatever helps you stay engaged and remember is a valuable tool, please no gatekeeping!
Thanks for making a new video. I’m happy to learn sign language. I can be able to chat with deaf and hearing people in sign language. Hopefully that you will be making more sign language videos in the near future. 🙂👍
hey there i wanted to ask u if u can do some videos on how to interpret asl I sometimes need to interpret English for some deaf friends but I get lost and don't know which words to interpret I would really appreciate maybe a series on advanced asl and interpreting for new interpreters
Interpreting is very complex. It takes years of practice but if you put forth the effort and time it is doable. I would suggest looking at a local community college that offers an interpreting program to take this step.
Just to check that I’m not accidentally learning misinformation, are there any non hearing people who know asl who could tell me if this channel is alright to learn from?
"hold on" and a few others it never clicked until now that hearing people use it all the time. I've used it many times and never linked it with sign language...DUH!!! SMH!
Thank You - Thank You - Thank You :-). PS - To me, and it is not a malevolent critic, just a personal perception, the only thing can be change is the music in background: Your Voice is perfectly capable of gaining any attention :-).
i’m an autistic teen learning asl because i sometimes go nonverbal, as does my boyfriend who already uses it. your videos have been incredibly helpful to me. i was wondering if maybe you could do a video on how to express needs or how your feeling, like “i’m stressed” or “i need to go to the nurse”. thank you so much for all that you do :)
I'm finding a lot of the audience of this channel are autistic so am I
Great suggestion; I'm learning sign language for about the same reasons
No ur not shut up
and they say you can't grow out of autism.... shoot!!! we are LIVING PROOF!
You have no idea just how much your information and lessons are appreciated.
Yes please keep making more content
Self teaching myself sign. I appreciate this so much. Just video one of many to get myself closer to being able to just do the basics for people I may see who need me to sign 🥰
I am learning for my son. He is speech delayed and responding to signs..he actually is even saying words not just signing. And I'm surprised how simple it is. I always thought it was a bit more complex..but once signs are explained..it is really common sense and helps me..because I'm forgetful lol. ..(just had a baby and my mom brains on overdrive lol)..
you are a great Mom
The new dance move called the whoa! Is a good one everyone has been doing
I wanted to learn ASL to support the community as well as learn a new language. Thank you for your amazing content
Thanks for everything you do to help us learn ASL and it's culture!
Our pleasure!
because of your videos i was able to communicate with a deaf lady at my church, who was ecstatic to have someone to talk with. thank you sm
👋Hi Meredith, I wanted to let you know that I came across your channel about 6 months ago and subscribed right away. I grew up with deaf parents and was their interpreter. I haven't used my ASL in 20 yrs and started wondering if I still remembered and if the signs I remembered were updated. Thru your channel, I have relearned my 2nd language. Thank you, I look forward to all your video's.🤟
This makes my heart so happy!!!!
You are an extraordinary teacher. Without anyone to communicate with in sign language, I'm still wanting to learn, because it's such a beautiful and universal language and you're such a delightful teacher.
I knew and used it in conversation but didn't realize that Calm down motion was an actual ASL sign. Lol, lots of people do this one.
Yes!
Pointing to your wrist asking for the time or time to go.
ASL student in HS & College. I use it with my hearing niece and nephew as well as my fellow members of the disability community who use it to communicate. I have also found it to be helpful to maintain mobility in my hands as I have Cerebral Palsy.
In the Trades with high noise levels Break is Coffee Break or Lunch
My friend has a nonverbal son, this helps me communicate with him. His smile just lights up the room 💖
Those smiles are the best!!!
Great job showing the basics. My name is: Darin and I am new to your channel. Haven’t heard back from you, the other day. I figured you are probably slammed with comments and emails. Have a great day.
Sorry I didn’t get back to you sooner 😉nice to meet you Darin!
Okay! I love you! Thank you for all your help in these videos.
i have started to sign because of this channel 😁
Madam g .I saw many sign language ASL person . but mama your voice your sign style personality very well.
I often see u from Pakistan.
These videos are so fun, your presentation is wonderful! And of course so important, I'm loving learning ASL with you. Thank you!
Thanks! I learned so much from this!
I love you’re video am learning a lot thank you
Ive work in fnb. And ive serve some guest that require communication through asl. And i was glad i stumble upon this channel beforehand and took some time to learn few simple asl.
Thank you so much for these videos! I'm trying to learn because I want to live my life helping others and I think I might be a translator when I'm older! My school doesn't offer classes for this, so videos like this are very helpful. Thanks and good luck to everyone else learning
The best channel fr fr
Cool! I knew all of them. Especially the I love you since I do that in all pics. ;-)
I have always wanted to be able to sign ASL and these videos have been so helpful ❤
Thank you all! Such a huge help for many
Love these vids, I lost most on my hearing in the Army. These videos are a great help when I’m in a noisy environment to communicate with spouse and friends.
the letter L
and O too
Me and my kids really enjoy your videos. We have been learning ASL and recently we made a friend who uses sign language because of his Mother she was so happy that we were able to communicate. You were a big part of why me and my kids were able to do that so thank you.
Also, if you could make a video talking about hygiene/ bathroom sign that would be awesome.
Thanks
When I started learning sign language I found out that the way to count up to 10 on one hand only was pretty similar to the system I was already using to count stuff in my head.
In retrospect, I think I saw Stephen Colbert in a TH-cam video signing "thank you" while saying "thank you" during a monologue or something. I don't remember the occasion, though.
These videos are so helpful. Because of them I want to be a ASL teacher. Thank you so much!
ASL has been really helpful to my learning process and already sighning really fast .
What would be the sign for "you're welcome"?
There are a couple ways to do so, but the most simple is, you can do the sign "thank you" back.
This video helped me out!
th-cam.com/video/IpPkbUqeWIY/w-d-xo.html
@@kuromushi3464 Appreciate it. Thank you
I am from Armenia and i'm learning and English and signing, thank you soo much.🤟🏽
Very nice teaching ❤❤❤
I would just like other ways to understand what is being said and a way to talk to a deaf person
🌸 it would be easier for me if you could edit the word your saying on the screen 🌸
Love you videos and teaching. I really enjoy them. So helpful.
Thank you.
This was very helpful. Thanks. I would love to see a video with similar signs
I love to practice ❤
U r superb thanks a lot
I know ISL. My parents are deaf and mute. M curious to learn ASL too...thanks for your guidance. I really appreciate.
I am just learning sign language cos I happen to be posted to a school for the deaf which I have to use sign to teach .for a beginner like me your videos have been very helpful I must say..but I have a little problem with switching fingers.i will really appreciate it if u make a video on how to get your fingers flexible to sign
Hearing person here and a linguistics nerd to boot and I try to be more 'descriptive' than 'prescriptive', but something's bugging me a little about her explanation for the "I Love You" sign. She said it represents "ILU" 'cause the pinky and index create a U shape, which might be OK for a beginner that doesn't fingerspell yet, but the fingerspelling U shape is actually your index + middle pointing up like a vertical H. I've always remembered this sign as the combination of the letters I, L, Y which does double-duty as a memory trick because pinky by itself is "i", thumb + index is "L", and thumb + pinky (shaka brah!) is "Y" which are all the "official" ASL shapes for fingerspelling. I feel like the ILY version of the memory trick also helps me remember variations because they're usually combinations of fingerspelling letters or letters plus another sign, like if you make the ILY but twirl your index for "always" to make "I will always love you" or if you add your middle finger crossed with index finger you get "IRLY" for "I Really Love You" (what she signs out the car window at the end of the movie C.O.D.A., such a great movie!!!!!). All-in all, for any language whatever helps you stay engaged and remember is a valuable tool, please no gatekeeping!
i love the asl videos and it helps me alot and i want to learn more asl
Pretty cool I didn’t realize now I do thank you - trying to teach my 22 month old :)
How do you sign mind blowing?
Thanks for making a new video. I’m happy to learn sign language. I can be able to chat with deaf and hearing people in sign language. Hopefully that you will be making more sign language videos in the near future. 🙂👍
I forgot to tell you that I’m a deaf person.
Thank you for your support to our channel.
You are very welcome. 🙂
❤️ this!!!
I also remember Fauther, Mother, man, woman, and I from the other vid! The real question is how do we say "may I pet your dog?"
That tapping on the back of your wrist twice is asking for the time... I did this in a noisy bar and the server said its 8:30.
you can make a video with expressions for birthdays
I am missing half my left index finger. When I try to sign "Look" what should I do?
hey there
i wanted to ask u if u can do some videos on how to interpret asl
I sometimes need to interpret English for some deaf friends but I get lost and don't know which words to interpret
I would really appreciate maybe a series on advanced asl and interpreting for new interpreters
Interpreting is very complex. It takes years of practice but if you put forth the effort and time it is doable. I would suggest looking at a local community college that offers an interpreting program to take this step.
Just to check that I’m not accidentally learning misinformation, are there any non hearing people who know asl who could tell me if this channel is alright to learn from?
😮😊😊 I'm learn so much
I try to use Skal share in eight cannot even use it I tried multiple times and I don’t think it is for free without a scam
"hold on" and a few others it never clicked until now that hearing people use it all the time. I've used it many times and never linked it with sign language...DUH!!! SMH!
"ILY" is NOT the universal sign for "I love you"
Do you teach at a school to?
Yes!
@@LearnHowtoSign which school
I liked the flirting signs
you slay
Crazy
ITS THE "YOU" IN I.L.Y. YOU MISTOOK THE Y IS THE SAME AS LETTER Y
Air Force is good
Deaf kenia Guzman 🤗🙂☹no good morning my hii what you doing.????
👍👍👍👍
Thank You - Thank You - Thank You :-).
PS - To me, and it is not a malevolent critic, just a personal perception, the only thing can be change is the music in background: Your Voice is perfectly capable of gaining any attention :-).
Thank you for sharing. This was actually a discussion on this video if it needed music or not.
Add an Arabic translation if possible, thanks
I did every sign different from you lol
😅
Why would a hearing person teach ASL? Please leave teaching ASL to the community from a DEAF person. THANK you
but she's fluent in asl i don't see how it's a issue for someone who knows asl to teach it. she's studied asl for years she's more than qualified