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too

The BSL sign for 'too' means 'also' or 'in addition.' It's a one-handed sign, often used to include something or someone in a statement

A1 Very Common Adverb British Sign Language (BSL) Neutral

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Level A1

Frequency Very Common

Class Adverb

Hand count One-handed

Movement Linear

Location Mid-neutral space, slightly forward of dominant shoulder

Face & eyes Often a slight nod or raised eyebrows for emphasis

Language British Sign Language (BSL) · United Kingdom

Shape cue

Closed fist, thumb resting over fingers

Motion cue

Single, deliberate outward movement

Meaning cue

Adding an item, person, or quality to a list; expressing agreement

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How to form the sign

Form S-hand (closed fist, thumb over fingers)
Place hand near dominant shoulder/chest, palm slightly left/forward
Move hand forward in a short, deliberate linear motion
End with hand slightly further out from body

Coach prompt

Practice the S-handshape and a clear, single forward movement

Signature details

Handshape Closed fist, thumb resting over fingers · Code S

Dominant hand Either

Symmetry Asymmetric

Contact Air

Palm orientation Towards non-dominant side, slightly forward

Eyebrows Neutral

Eye gaze Forward

Head movement None

Mouth morpheme None specific

Body shift None

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Natural example

I like tea. I like coffee, too

Can be emphasized with non-manuals for stronger meaning

Best fit: Adding an item, person, or quality to a list; expressing agreement

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Practice the S-handshape and a clear, single forward movement

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Ensure the handshape is a clear S-hand and the movement is a distinct forward thrust

Use it today

I like tea. I like coffee, too

Watch-outs

Common mistakes: Not using clear movement; confusing with 'many' or 'same.'

When not to use it: For 'too much/many' (use MORE/EXCESSIVE) or 'too difficult' (use DIFFICULT + NMM)

Regional note: Minor variations in exact hand position or movement arc

Cultural note: Often used in conversational turn-taking or agreement

Practice line

1.[en] I like chocolate. I like ice cream too. / BSL:[I LIKE CHOCOLATE. I LIKE ICE CREAM, TOO.]

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2.[en] She's coming too. / BSL:[SHE COME TOO.]

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3.[en] You want tea? Me too! / BSL:[YOU WANT TEA? ME TOO!]

When would a learner use the BSL sign for too?

A learner would use this sign to express 'also,' 'in addition,' or 'as well.' For example, when agreeing with someone ('Me too!'), or listing multiple items that share a characteristic ('I like apples, and bananas too.').

What do beginners often get wrong when signing too in BSL?

Beginners sometimes confuse it with signs like 'same' or 'many' due to similar handshapes or movements. They might also forget to use non-manual features for emphasis, or use it incorrectly for 'too much' (e.g., 'too hot'), which requires different signs.

Does the BSL sign for too change by region or context?

While the core meaning and general form remain consistent across the UK, minor regional variations might occur in the exact starting position, palm orientation, or the precise arc of the movement. Context primarily influences non-manuals for emphasis rather than the sign itself.

Is the BSL sign for too suitable for beginners or children?

Yes, it is a very common and straightforward sign, making it highly suitable for beginners and children. Its meaning is clear and it's frequently used in everyday conversation, making it an essential early vocabulary item.

Which sign is most often confused with too in BSL?

The sign for 'same' (often a Y-hand or S-hand moving side-to-side) can be confused due to a similar handshape. Also, signs for 'many' or 'much' (often involving multiple handshapes and movements) are sometimes mistakenly used for 'too much.'

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Word web

Also as well likewise furthermore Only solely exclusively And plus addition more Also And More With Include

TOO (S-hand, forward linear movement) means 'also' or 'in addition.' SAME (Y-hand or S-hand, side-to-side movement) means 'identical.' Key differences are handshape (Y vs S) and movement direction (forward vs. lateral). TOO is about inclusion, while MANY/MUCH (5-hands opening outwards) refers to quantity

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