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week
The BSL sign for 'week' uses one hand (G-hand) to circle above the palm of the other (B-hand), representing a cycle of time
A1 Very Common Noun British Sign Language (BSL) Neutral
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Dominant hand: Index finger extended. Non-dominant hand: Flat hand, fingers together
Dominant index finger circles above the non-dominant palm
Discussing time periods, plans, schedules
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How to form the sign
- Form non-dominant B-hand, palm up, at chest height
- Form dominant G-hand (index extended), palm facing B-hand
- Position G-hand above non-dominant palm
- Circle dominant G-hand once clockwise above the palm
Coach prompt
Practice signing 'week' and modifying it for 'next week' and 'last week.'
Signature details
Handshape
Dominant hand: Index finger extended. Non-dominant hand: Flat hand, fingers together · Code Dominant: G. Non-dominant: B
Dominant hand
Either
Symmetry
Asymmetric
Contact
Near
Palm orientation
Dominant: Palm towards non-dominant palm. Non-dominant: Palm up
Eyebrows
Neutral
Eye gaze
Forward
Head movement
None
Mouth morpheme
None
Body shift
None
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I will see you next week
Can be modified for 'next week' (forward movement) or 'last week' (backward movement)
Best fit: Discussing time periods, plans, schedules
Mirror focus
Practice signing 'week' and modifying it for 'next week' and 'last week.'
Catch the slip
Check if your G-hand correctly circles above the B-hand, not touching. Ensure the B-hand is flat
Use it today
I will see you next week
Common mistakes: Confusing with 'month' or 'year'. Incorrect handshape or movement
When not to use it: N/A
Regional note: Minor variations in exact height or circle size
Cultural note: N/A
1. [en] See you next week. / BSL: NEXT WEEK
2. [en] Last week? / BSL: LAST WEEK
3. [en] Two weeks. / BSL: TWO WEEK
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Word web
Seven days
N/A
Day
month
year
time
holiday
Day
month
year
schedule
time
The sign for "week" (G-hand circles above B-hand palm) is distinct from "month" (dominant A-hand turns over non-dominant B-hand palm) and "year" (two S-hands circle each other). Learners must focus on the specific handshapes and exact movement path to differentiate these common time signs
Time
calendar
schedule
period
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Schedule
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