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Sunday, January 26, 2025
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free
The sign for 'free' uses the G-hand to show release or lack of constraint from the side of the head, representing freedom of thought or movement
A1 Very Common Adjective British Sign Language (BSL) Neutral
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Index finger extended, thumb resting alongside the index finger
Small, sharp flick outwards and slightly downwards
Describing availability, lack of restriction, or no cost
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How to form the sign
- Form G-hand
- Place near dominant temple
- Palm faces forward
- Flick hand sharply outwards/downwards
Coach prompt
Practice the G-hand flick from the temple
Signature details
Handshape
Index finger extended, thumb resting alongside the index finger · Code G-hand
Dominant hand
Right
Symmetry
N/A
Contact
Air
Palm orientation
Forward/outward initially, then slightly downward
Eyebrows
Neutral
Eye gaze
Forward
Head movement
None
Mouth morpheme
None
Body shift
None
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The entrance is free for everyone
Can refer to freedom from cost or freedom from restriction
Best fit: Describing availability, lack of restriction, or no cost
Mirror focus
Practice the G-hand flick from the temple
Catch the slip
Ensure the flick is sharp and outward, not a sustained movement
Use it today
The entrance is free for everyone
Common mistakes: Confusing with 'allowed' or 'permission'
When not to use it: When meaning 'unoccupied' (use EMPTY) or 'complimentary' (use GIFT)
Regional note: Minor variations in flick direction or starting point
Cultural note: Concept of 'free' is broadly similar to English
1.[en] Is it free? / BSL:[QUESTION FREE]
2.[en] I am free. / BSL:[I FREE]
3.[en] Free entry. / BSL:[ENTRY FREE]
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Word web
Unrestricted
available
unrestrained
Restricted
captured
charged
Liberty
independence
allowed
open
Allowed
permission
cost
pay
independent
Compare to 'ALLOWED': 'Free' (adjective) is a sharp, quick G-hand flick from the temple, meaning no cost or restriction. 'ALLOWED' (verb/adjective) is often a similar G-hand, but typically moves forward from the chest or side with a more sustained, less sharp movement, meaning permission granted. Focus on the sharpness and specific starting location for 'free'
Cost
liberty
availability
Free BSL
freedom
no cost
liberation
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