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Sunday, February 1, 2026
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come
G-hand moves towards signer, indicating presence or invitation
A1 Very Common Verb British Sign Language (BSL) Neutral
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Index finger extended, other fingers curled, thumb rests on curled fingers
Hand moves towards the signer's body
Inviting someone, requesting presence, stating arrival
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How to form the sign
- Form G-hand palm up or in
- Place hand in front of body
- Move hand towards your chest
- End with hand near chest or shoulder
Coach prompt
Sign 'come' in response to an invitation gesture
Signature details
Handshape
Index finger extended, other fingers curled, thumb rests on curled fingers · Code G-hand
Dominant hand
Either
Symmetry
N/A
Contact
Air
Palm orientation
Up, in, towards signer
Eyebrows
Neutral
Eye gaze
At referent
Head movement
None
Mouth morpheme
M-shape or silent mouthing of 'come'
Body shift
No
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COME HERE! | YOU COME WITH ME?
Direction of movement is key; towards signer
Best fit: Inviting someone, requesting presence, stating arrival
Mirror focus
Sign 'come' in response to an invitation gesture
Catch the slip
Ensure hand moves clearly towards your body, not away
Use it today
COME HERE! | YOU COME WITH ME?
Common mistakes: Confusing with GO, directionality errors
When not to use it: When referring to 'going away' from signer
Regional note: Minor differences in hand position or speed
Cultural note: Direct eye contact often accompanies invitations
1.[en] Come here / BSL:COME-HERE
2.[en] They came / BSL:THEY COME
3.[en] Come with me / BSL:COME WITH ME
When would a learner use the BSL sign for come?
Use for inviting someone, requesting their presence, or stating an arrival. The movement always indicates motion towards the signer or a specified point close to them.
What do beginners often get wrong when signing come in BSL?
Beginners often confuse the direction, mistakenly moving the hand away instead of towards the body. It's crucial to ensure the movement clearly signifies approach to the signer.
Does the BSL sign for come change by region or context?
While the core movement towards the body is consistent, minor regional variations might exist in starting height or precise palm orientation. The fundamental meaning remains the same across contexts.
Is the BSL sign for come suitable for beginners or children?
Yes, it is a very fundamental and frequently used sign in BSL. Its simple handshape and clear directional movement make it highly suitable and easy for beginners and children to learn.
Which sign is most often confused with come in BSL?
The sign for 'GO' is most frequently confused, as its movement is the direct opposite (away from the signer). 'ARRIVE' can also be mistaken, but has a different handshape and path.
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Word web
Approach
arrive
get here
Go
leave
depart
Here
arrive
invite
approach
Go
Arrive
Here
Invite
Join
Most often confused with GO (G-hand moves away from body). Also distinct from ARRIVE, which uses a dominant B-hand tapping a non-dominant B-hand to represent landing or reaching a destination
Movement
invitation
presence
direction
Come
arrive
approach
move here
movement
Come Back Tomorrow
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