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cable duct
The sign for 'cable duct' uses two C-handshapes moved forward linearly, representing a channel for cables
B2 Technical Noun British Sign Language (BSL) Technical
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Both hands form a C-handshape, representing the open channel
Hands move forward linearly, maintaining the channel shape
Technical discussions, construction, electrical installations, engineering
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How to form the sign
- Form C-hands with both hands
- Position hands parallel, palms facing each other, fingers pointing forward
- Hold hands about shoulder-width apart, near chest height
- Move both hands forward linearly a short distance
- Hold position briefly to indicate the duct
Coach prompt
Sign 'cable duct' three times
Signature details
Handshape
Both hands form a C-handshape, representing the open channel · Code C-hand
Dominant hand
Either
Symmetry
Symmetric
Contact
Air
Palm orientation
Palms face each other
Eyebrows
Neutral
Eye gaze
Forward
Head movement
None
Body shift
None
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They installed a new cable duct along the wall
Often used in technical contexts to specify a channel for wires
Best fit: Technical discussions, construction, electrical installations, engineering
Mirror focus
Sign 'cable duct' three times
Catch the slip
Ensure both hands maintain a clear C-shape and move together smoothly
Use it today
They installed a new cable duct along the wall
Common mistakes: Confusing with 'pipe' or 'tube'
When not to use it: General conversation about a hollow cylinder
Regional note: Unlikely for a specific technical term
1.[en] Need new cable duct. / BSL:[NEED CABLE DUCT new]
2.[en] Install cable duct here. / BSL:[INSTALL CABLE DUCT here]
3.[en] Cables in duct. / BSL:[CABLES in CABLE DUCT]
What is the BSL sign for cable duct?
The sign for 'cable duct' involves both hands forming a C-shape, palms facing each other, and moving forward linearly to represent the channel.
How do you sign cable duct in BSL?
Both hands form a C-shape, held parallel with palms facing each other, fingers pointing forward. Move them forward linearly at chest height.
Is cable duct one-handed or two-handed in BSL?
The sign for 'cable duct' is typically a two-handed sign in BSL.
What handshape is used for cable duct in BSL?
Both hands use a C-handshape to represent the opening or channel of the duct.
How does cable duct differ from similar signs in BSL?
It's distinguished from 'pipe' (often a single C-hand moved forward, or a G-hand tracing a pipe) by using two C-hands to emphasize the channel or conduit nature for cables, rather than just a general tube.
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Word web
Conduit
casing
trunking
raceway
Cable
wire
electricity
channel
Cable
Wire
Conduit
Channel
Pipe
Trunking
PIPE: Often signed with a single C-hand (or G-hand tracing a cylinder) moved forward. 'Cable duct' uses two C-hands, emphasizing a wider, open channel rather than a circular tube. CHANNEL (general): Can be similar, but 'cable duct' specifies the purpose. General 'channel' might have more varied handshapes depending on context. TUBE: Similar to 'pipe', often a single C-hand or a G-hand forming a cylinder
Engineering
construction
electrical
infrastructure
Cable
duct
conduit
wire
channel
Construction
engineering
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