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thousand
The BSL sign for "thousand" uses a G-hand (index finger extended) starting near the chin/mouth. It moves forward and slightly down with a distinct flick, representing the numerical value 1,000
A2 Common Numeral British Sign Language (BSL) Neutral
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Index finger extended, other fingers curled into palm, thumb tucked in
Index finger starts near chin/mouth, moves forward and slightly downward with a small flick
Used for specific quantities, amounts of money, dates, or statistics
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How to form the sign
- Form G-hand (index finger extended)
- Place index fingertip near chin/mouth
- Move hand forward and slightly down
- Add a small flick or twist of the wrist
Coach prompt
Practice signing "thousand" clearly. Incorporate it into sentences about money, dates, or quantities
Signature details
Handshape
Index finger extended, other fingers curled into palm, thumb tucked in · Code G-hand
Dominant hand
Either
Symmetry
N/A
Contact
Air
Palm orientation
Palm generally faces left (for right-handed signer) or slightly forward/down
Eyebrows
Neutral
Eye gaze
Forward
Head movement
None
Mouth morpheme
Often a neutral mouth shape or 'th-ou-sand'
Body shift
None
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We need a thousand pounds for the repairs
Can combine with other numbers, e.g., 'two thousand'
Best fit: Used for specific quantities, amounts of money, dates, or statistics
Mirror focus
Practice signing "thousand" clearly. Incorporate it into sentences about money, dates, or quantities
Catch the slip
Ensure a clear G-handshape. The forward movement and flick from the chin/mouth area must be distinct to avoid confusion
Use it today
We need a thousand pounds for the repairs
Common mistakes: Confusing with 'hundred' or 'million', unclear flick movement
When not to use it: When an approximate large quantity is sufficient, use 'many' or 'lots'
Regional note: Minor variations in starting point or intensity of flick
Cultural note: Numerals are a universal concept in sign languages
1.[en] There are a thousand books. / BSL:[Sign THOUSAND BOOKS]
2.[en] That costs a thousand pounds. / BSL:[Sign THAT COST THOUSAND POUNDS]
3.[en] It happened in two thousand nine. / BSL:[Sign IT HAPPEN TWO THOUSAND NINE]
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Word web
hundred
million
number
quantity
large
hundred
million
number
money
quantity
Hundred: Signed with a C-hand (cupped) from the chin/mouth moving forward. "Thousand" uses a G-hand (index finger). The handshape is the key differentiator. Million: Signed with an M-hand (or 5-hand/B-hand) from the forehead moving forward. "Thousand" is from the chin/mouth with a G-hand. Location and handshape differ
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sign for 1000
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