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Thursday, May 21, 2026
Sign of the Day
centre post
Dominant G-hand, index up, held centrally. Represents a vertical support column
B1 Uncommon Noun British Sign Language (BSL) Neutral
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Dominant hand forms a G-hand (index finger extended, others closed)
Static hold in central space
Describing architectural features, construction, tent structures
Break It Down
Watch, build, and feel the movement
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How to form the sign
- Form G-hand (index finger extended)
- Keep other fingers closed
- Point index finger upwards
- Place hand in central signing space
- Hold stationary
Coach prompt
Practice holding the G-hand upright in the centre of your signing space
Signature details
Handshape
Dominant hand forms a G-hand (index finger extended, others closed) · Code G-hand
Dominant hand
Right
Symmetry
N/A
Contact
Air
Palm orientation
Dominant palm faces forward or slightly side
Eyebrows
Neutral
Eye gaze
Forward
Head movement
None
Mouth morpheme
None specific
Body shift
None
Use It Today
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The centre post holds up the roof
Typically used for structural, load-bearing uprights
Best fit: Describing architectural features, construction, tent structures
Mirror focus
Practice holding the G-hand upright in the centre of your signing space
Catch the slip
Ensure your hand forms a clear G-hand and its position is central
Use it today
The centre post holds up the roof
Common mistakes: Confusing with 'pole' or 'stick' if context unclear
When not to use it: When referring to mail post or blog post
Regional note: Minimal
Cultural note: None specific to this sign
1.[en] Tent needs centre post. / BSL:[TENT NEED CENTRE-POST]
2.[en] Install centre post here. / BSL:[INSTALL CENTRE-POST HERE]
3.[en] Main centre post? / BSL:[MAIN CENTRE-POST Q]
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Word web
Pillar
column
central support
upright
Side post
edge
Beam
foundation
structure
support
Post
Pillar
Support
Structure
Column
Beam
Pole (G-hand) often moves up, less fixed. Pillar can use two G-hands for width or one moving up, not always central. Stick (G/I-hand) is general, lacks support connotation. Centre post is static, central, and signifies structural support
Architecture
construction
support
structure
Centre post BSL
middle pillar sign
central support
Construction
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