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check
The sign 'check' involves a specific handshape and a repeated flicking motion near the temple, signifying mental verification or inspection
A1 Very Common Verb British Sign Language (BSL) Neutral
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Index finger extended, thumb tip touching middle finger tip, other fingers curled
Small, repeated forward/downward flick of the index finger
Used for verifying information, confirming tasks, or inspecting objects
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How to form the sign
- Form specific handshape (thumb to middle finger tip)
- Place hand near temple/eye
- Flick index finger forward/downward repeatedly
- Maintain focused facial expression
Coach prompt
Practice the handshape and repeated flick near the temple. Focus on a clear, focused facial expression
Signature details
Handshape
Index finger extended, thumb tip touching middle finger tip, other fingers curled · Code Index-thumb-middle-tip
Dominant hand
Either
Symmetry
Asymmetric
Contact
Air
Palm orientation
Slightly forward/down
Eyebrows
Furrowed
Eye gaze
Forward
Head movement
None
Mouth morpheme
Small 'phew' shape
Body shift
None
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I need to check my email
Often accompanied by a focused facial expression
Best fit: Used for verifying information, confirming tasks, or inspecting objects
Mirror focus
Practice the handshape and repeated flick near the temple. Focus on a clear, focused facial expression
Catch the slip
Ensure thumb touches middle finger tip, not index. Keep flick small and repeated, not a single large movement
Use it today
I need to check my email
Common mistakes: Confusing with 'think' or 'remember' due to location
When not to use it: Avoid for 'bank check' or 'chess check.'
Regional note: Minor variations in flick intensity, but core sign is consistent
Cultural note: N/A
1.[en] I will check. / BSL:[me will check]
2.[en] Please check that. / BSL:[you please check that]
3.[en] Have you checked? / BSL:[you check finish?]
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Word web
Verify
confirm
inspect
examine
Ignore
overlook
Test
review
look
Verify
inspect
confirm
remember
think
Check (this sign): Index finger extended, thumb to middle finger tip, small repeated flick at temple. Signifies verification or inspection.
Think: Index finger extended (G-hand), tip touches temple once or twice, sometimes moving forward slightly. Signifies mental process or opinion.
Remember: Varies, but often a G-hand or R-handshape touching the temple and flicking outwards once or twice. Signifies recalling information
Verification
inspection
confirmation
Verify
inspect
confirm
examine
look into
Confirmation
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