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agree
The BSL sign for "agree" uses a flat hand moving forward from the chest. It conveys consent or affirmation
A1 Very Common Verb British Sign Language (BSL) Neutral
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Dominant hand flat, fingers together and straight
Hand moves forward from the chest in a single, decisive motion
Expressing consent, affirmation, or shared opinion
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How to form the sign
- Form a flat hand (fingers together, straight)
- Place hand at chest height, palm slightly up/forward
- Move hand forward decisively from chest
- Accompany with a head nod
Coach prompt
Practice signing "agree" with a clear forward movement and a head nod
Signature details
Handshape
Dominant hand flat, fingers together and straight · Code Flat-hand
Dominant hand
Either
Symmetry
Asymmetric
Contact
Air
Palm orientation
Forward or slightly up
Eyebrows
Neutral
Eye gaze
Forward
Head movement
Nod (yes)
Mouth morpheme
Neutral or slight "mm"
Body shift
None
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They agreed to the plan
Often accompanied by a head nod and positive facial expression
Best fit: Expressing consent, affirmation, or shared opinion
Mirror focus
Practice signing "agree" with a clear forward movement and a head nod
Catch the slip
Ensure hand is flat, fingers together, and movement is a single decisive forward motion
Use it today
They agreed to the plan
Common mistakes: Confusing with "understand" or "accept"
When not to use it: When expressing disagreement or refusal
Regional note: Minor variations in hand position or movement arc
Cultural note: Directness is appreciated; this sign is clear and unambiguous
1.[en] I agree. / BSL:[Sign AGREE with nod]
2.[en] We agree with the plan. / BSL:[WE AGREE PLAN]
3.[en] Do you agree? / BSL:[YOU AGREE? (with raised brows)]
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Word web
Consent
accept
concur
approve
Disagree
refuse
deny
Yes
okay
understand
accept
Disagree
Understand
Yes
Consent
Opinion
AGREE vs. UNDERSTAND: AGREE (flat hand, chest out) is a decisive forward motion from the chest. UNDERSTAND (often an 'S' handshape opening to 'B' or '5', or a flat hand coming to forehead) focuses on mental comprehension. AGREE vs. ACCEPT: AGREE (flat hand, chest out) indicates shared opinion or consent. ACCEPT (often 'A' handshape opening to '5', or flat hand pulling in then out) implies receiving or taking something offered
Consent
affirmation
opinion
agreement
Agree BSL
consent
concur
accept
yes
Affirmation
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