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The BSL sign for VISIT uses a V-handshape on the dominant hand, tapping twice towards the non-dominant hand or neutral space. This signifies movement towards a place or person for a temporary stay
A1 Very Common Verb British Sign Language (BSL) Neutral
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Dominant hand forms a V-shape, with index and middle fingers extended
Dominant V-hand taps twice, moving downwards or forward slightly
Everyday conversation, arranging meetings, describing trips
Break It Down
Watch, build, and feel the movement
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How to form the sign
- Form a V-handshape with your dominant hand
- Position hand near your non-dominant hand or neutral space
- Tap the V-hand downwards twice
Coach prompt
Practice the V-handshape and two distinct, clear taps
Signature details
Handshape
Dominant hand forms a V-shape, with index and middle fingers extended · Code V
Dominant hand
Either
Symmetry
Asymmetric
Contact
Tap
Palm orientation
Palm often faces slightly downwards or towards non-dominant hand
Eyebrows
Neutral
Eye gaze
Forward
Head movement
None
Mouth morpheme
Often a slight 'vvv' or 'vis-it' mouth pattern
Body shift
None
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I will visit my friend next week
Can indicate movement to or from a location for a visit
Best fit: Everyday conversation, arranging meetings, describing trips
Mirror focus
Practice the V-handshape and two distinct, clear taps
Catch the slip
Ensure the V-handshape is clear and the taps are distinct, not a slide
Use it today
I will visit my friend next week
Common mistakes: Confusing with 'COME' or 'GO'; incorrect number of taps
When not to use it: Not for 'visiting' a website; use BROWSE
Regional note: Minor variations in specific hand placement, core movement consistent
Cultural note: Often accompanied by appropriate facial expressions for context
1.[en] I will visit you. / BSL:[me-VISIT-you]
2.[en] Did you visit London? / BSL:[you-VISIT-LONDON-Q]
3.[en] Let's visit them. / BSL:[we-VISIT-them-TOGETHER]
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Word web
Call on
drop in
Leave
depart
Guest
host
journey
home
Travel
Come
Go
Friend
Home
VISIT vs. COME: VISIT uses a V-handshape tapping twice, implying a temporary stay at a location. COME typically uses an index finger pointing towards the signer, indicating general movement towards the signer's location. VISIT vs. GO: GO is usually an index finger pointing away from the signer, indicating general movement away. The specific handshape and repeated action distinguish VISIT. VISIT vs. SEE: SEE (V-hand, near eye, moves forward) means to perceive visually. Same handshape, but different location, movement, and meaning
Travel
social
meeting
appointment
See
call
come
go
meet
Come Back Tomorrow
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