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Tuesday, June 9, 2026
Sign of the Day
weather
The sign for WEATHER uses an open, spread hand making repeated circular motions in front of the chest. It represents general atmospheric conditions
A1 Very Common Noun British Sign Language (BSL) Neutral
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Open hand with fingers spread and thumb slightly away from palm
Loose, repeated circular motion
Discussing atmospheric conditions, forecasts, or daily climate
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How to form the sign
- Form an open hand, fingers spread, thumb slightly away
- Place hand in neutral space, front of chest/shoulder
- Make a loose, repeated circular motion
- Ensure fingers remain spread throughout movement
Coach prompt
Sign 'weather' in a sentence about your local climate
Signature details
Handshape
Open hand with fingers spread and thumb slightly away from palm · Code Open-5
Dominant hand
Right
Symmetry
N/A
Contact
Air
Palm orientation
Forward/slightly left (for right dominant hand)
Eyebrows
Neutral
Eye gaze
Forward
Head movement
None
Mouth morpheme
Neutral
Body shift
None
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[en] The weather today is lovely
Often followed by signs describing specific weather conditions
Best fit: Discussing atmospheric conditions, forecasts, or daily climate
Mirror focus
Sign 'weather' in a sentence about your local climate
Catch the slip
Ensure the handshape is open with spread fingers and the motion is a loose, repeated circle
Use it today
[en] The weather today is lovely
Common mistakes: Confusing with 'world' or incorrect handshape
When not to use it: Not for specific weather types like 'sunny' or 'rainy'
Regional note: Minimal
Cultural note: Discussing weather is a common British conversational topic
1.[en] What is the weather like? / BSL:[Q:WEATHER LIKE]
2.[en] Bad weather today. / BSL:[BAD WEATHER TODAY]
3.[en] Tomorrow's weather forecast. / BSL:[TOMORROW WEATHER FORECAST]
When would a learner use the BSL sign for weather?
Use when discussing general atmospheric conditions, forecasts, or asking about daily climate. It's a fundamental sign for everyday conversation.
What do beginners often get wrong when signing weather in BSL?
Common errors include confusing it with 'world' (due to similar handshape and circular motion) or not keeping fingers consistently spread and loose throughout the movement.
Does the BSL sign for weather change by region or context?
The core sign for 'weather' is quite stable across BSL regions, with minimal significant variation. Its form is widely recognised and understood.
Is the BSL sign for weather suitable for beginners or children?
Yes, it is a fundamental and easily learned sign, suitable for beginners and children due to its clear movement, common usage, and simple handshape.
Which sign is most often confused with weather in BSL?
It is most frequently confused with the sign for 'WORLD', which uses a similar open handshape but typically involves a larger, two-handed, or more encompassing circular path.
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Word web
Climate
conditions
forecast
N/A
Rain
sun
cold
hot
wind
Rain
Sun
Cloud
Temperature
Forecast
WORLD: Uses a similar open, spread handshape but typically involves two hands or a larger, more encompassing circular motion, often representing the globe. 'Weather' is one-handed, smaller, and focused on the immediate area. EVERY: Uses a similar handshape but the movement is usually a single, distinct sweep or repeated specific motion, not a loose, continuous circular one
Nature
daily conversation
environment
BSL weather
sign for weather
climate BSL
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