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glass cutter
The sign for "glass cutter" uses the G-hand to mimic the tool scoring glass. The dominant hand performs short, repeated linear movements near the non-dominant palm
B1 Uncommon Noun British Sign Language (BSL) Technical
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Dominant G-hand, index finger extended, thumb touching side of middle finger
Repeated short linear motion, simulating cutting
When discussing specific tools, DIY, construction, or crafts involving glass
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How to form the sign
- Form G-hand, index finger extended
- Position dominant hand near non-dominant palm
- Perform short, repeated linear motions
- Simulate scoring glass
Coach prompt
1. Sign 'glass cutter' then 'need'. | 2. Practice signing 'glass cutter' with correct handshape. | 3. Sign 'glass cutter' followed by 'tool'
Signature details
Handshape
Dominant G-hand, index finger extended, thumb touching side of middle finger · Code G_index_extended_thumb_to_middle
Dominant hand
Either
Symmetry
Asymmetric
Contact
Near
Palm orientation
Dominant palm often facing down or slightly towards non-dominant hand
Eyebrows
Neutral
Eye gaze
Forward
Head movement
None
Mouth morpheme
None
Body shift
None
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I need a glass cutter to fix the window
Often accompanied by a non-manual component indicating 'glass' or 'cut'
Best fit: When discussing specific tools, DIY, construction, or crafts involving glass
Mirror focus
1. Sign 'glass cutter' then 'need'. | 2. Practice signing 'glass cutter' with correct handshape. | 3. Sign 'glass cutter' followed by 'tool'
Catch the slip
Ensure your index finger is extended, thumb alongside middle finger, and movement is repeated, short, linear, near the non-dominant palm
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I need a glass cutter to fix the window
Common mistakes: Confusing with general 'cut' or 'knife' signs, incorrect handshape
When not to use it: For general 'cut' action or other cutting tools
Regional note: Minimal, standard BSL
Cultural note: N/A
1.[en] He used the glass cutter. / BSL:[Point to person, sign GLASS CUTTER, then USED]
2.[en] Do you have a glass cutter? / BSL:[YOU HAVE GLASS CUTTER? (with Q-face)]
3.[en] The glass cutter broke. / BSL:[GLASS CUTTER, BROKE]
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Word web
Glass scoring tool
N/A
Glass
Cut
Window
Repair
Tool
Glass
Cut
Window
Tool
Repair
The sign for GLASS CUTTER (G-hand, repeated linear motion on palm) differs from general CUT (V-hand or S-hand, chopping/sawing motion in air or on non-dominant hand) by its specific handshape and motion simulating scoring. It also differs from KNIFE (index/middle extended, tapping/rubbing side of non-dominant index finger) by its action and context
Tools
Construction
Craft
DIY
Glass cutter
BSL tool
Cut glass
Window repair
Cutting glass
craft
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