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Saturday
The BSL sign for 'Saturday' uses the dominant hand to form the letter 'S' (a fist with the thumb across the palm). This 'S' hand is positioned near the side of the face, and the wrist then twists back and forth. This…
A1 Very Common Noun British Sign Language (BSL) Neutral
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Dominant hand forms an 'S' shape (fist with thumb across palm)
Wrist twists back and forth
Discussing weekend plans, scheduling events, stating the day
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How to form the sign
- Form 'S' handshape (fist, thumb across palm)
- Place dominant hand near side of face (cheek/temple)
- Twist wrist back and forth, palm orientation may shift
Coach prompt
Practice forming the 'S' handshape correctly. Ensure the hand is near the side of your face and that you execute a clear wrist twist
Signature details
Handshape
Dominant hand forms an 'S' shape (fist with thumb across palm) · Code S
Dominant hand
Either
Symmetry
Asymmetric
Contact
Near
Palm orientation
Towards signer/slightly out
Eyebrows
Neutral
Eye gaze
Forward
Head movement
None
Mouth morpheme
None specific, sometimes mouthing 'Saturday'
Body shift
None
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I am going to the park on Saturday
Part of a set of initialised signs for days of the week
Best fit: Discussing weekend plans, scheduling events, stating the day
Mirror focus
Practice forming the 'S' handshape correctly. Ensure the hand is near the side of your face and that you execute a clear wrist twist
Catch the slip
Focus on getting the 'S' handshape precise and ensure the movement is a distinct wrist twist, not a whole arm movement. Check placement is consistently by the cheek/temple
Use it today
I am going to the park on Saturday
Common mistakes: Incorrect handshape ('S'), wrong location, forgetting the wrist twist
When not to use it: Not applicable, it's a neutral term
Regional note: Minor variations in exact placement or speed, but core features remain
Cultural note: Saturday is a key day for leisure and social activities
1.[en] See you Saturday. / BSL:[see you
Saturday]
2.[en] Saturday is my day off. / BSL:[Saturday
When would a learner use the BSL sign for Saturday?
Learners use 'Saturday' when talking about weekend plans, scheduling, stating what day an event happened, or discussing their weekly routine. It's a fundamental time vocabulary sign.
What do beginners often get wrong when signing Saturday in BSL?
Common errors include using an incorrect 'S' handshape, placing the hand too far from the face, or failing to perform the distinct wrist-twisting movement. Sometimes the movement is too large or unclear.
Does the BSL sign for Saturday change by region or context?
While the core elements (S-hand, face location, twist) are consistent, minor regional variations might occur in the exact spot on the face or the precise degree of the wrist twist. The sign's meaning remains the same.
Is the BSL sign for Saturday suitable for beginners or children?
Yes, the BSL sign for 'Saturday' is very suitable for beginners and children. It's an A1-level sign, straightforward to learn, and part of basic daily vocabulary.
Which sign is most often confused with Saturday in BSL?
Learners sometimes confuse 'Saturday' with 'Friday' (F-hand, same location/movement) due to similar movement/location, or 'Sunday' (S-hand, but circular movement from shoulder/chest) due to the same handshape.
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Word web
Weekend start
day off
Weekday
Monday
Week
Day
Weekend
Friday
Sunday
Weekend
Week
Day
The sign for 'Saturday' (S-hand, side of face, wrist twist) is often confused with 'Friday' (F-hand, side of face, wrist twist) due to similar location and movement; the key difference is the initial letter handshape. It's also distinct from 'Sunday' (S-hand, circular movement from shoulder/chest), which shares the S-handshape but has a different location and movement. Learners must focus on the precise handshape for 'Friday' and the unique movement/location for 'Sunday' to differentiate
Days of the week
time
calendar
weekend
Day
S
schedule
Time
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