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approved
Sign uses G-hand from chin, moving forward, indicating acceptance or permission
B1 Common Adjective British Sign Language (BSL) Neutral
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Index finger extended, thumb parallel along palm, other fingers curled
Index finger moves from chin area forward and slightly down
Official decisions, permissions, general agreement
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Watch, build, and feel the movement
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How to form the sign
- Form the G-handshape
- Place index finger tip near chin or cheek
- Move index finger forward and slightly down
- Maintain neutral or positive facial expression
Coach prompt
Practice the G-handshape and smooth forward movement
Signature details
Handshape
Index finger extended, thumb parallel along palm, other fingers curled · Code G-hand
Dominant hand
Right
Symmetry
N/A
Contact
Air
Palm orientation
Palm generally faces forward/slightly down
Eyebrows
Neutral
Eye gaze
Forward
Head movement
None
Mouth morpheme
'mm' (indicating positive agreement)
Body shift
None
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The plan was approved by the committee
Can also convey 'permission' or 'okay'
Best fit: Official decisions, permissions, general agreement
Mirror focus
Practice the G-handshape and smooth forward movement
Catch the slip
Ensure the index finger extends from the chin area with a clear forward motion
Use it today
The plan was approved by the committee
Common mistakes: Confusing with 'think' or 'decide' if location/movement is off
When not to use it: When expressing disagreement, refusal, or rejection
Regional note: Minor variations in starting point or exact trajectory
Cultural note: Direct and clear way to convey acceptance or validation
1.[en] The manager approved the request. / BSL:[sign for manager, request, then APPROVED]
2.[en] Is this approved? / BSL:[APPROVED, question NMS]
3.[en] I need approval. / BSL:[I need APPROVED]
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Word web
Agreed
accepted
okayed
sanctioned
Disapproved
rejected
refused
denied
Permission
agreement
consent
validate
permission
agreement
accept
decision
THINK: Uses the same G-handshape, but the index finger starts at the temple/forehead and moves forward. "Approved" starts at the chin/cheek, indicating a decision or acceptance from the signer. KNOW: Uses a B-hand (flat hand) starting at the temple and moving forward. Similar location to 'think' but different handshape and meaning. PERMISSION: Can be signed similarly with a G-hand, but often involves a slight upward or outward movement from the chin, emphasizing 'giving' permission rather than just 'being' approved
Formal
informal
agreement
permission
BSL approved
sign for approved
approve sign
permission BSL
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