How to sign numbers in Sign Language bSL
Numbers in Sign Language vary according to where you live. that’s why you learn how to sign numbers at the start of any sign language course
Is there a universal sign language?
People new to sign language often ask if there is a universal sign language. Sign Language is like every other language on the planet, in that there are as many different sign languages as there are countries. There are also regional differences so signs will vary across the country too. So, just like someone from …
What is pointing in Sign Language?
Pointing in Sign Language is not rude, it is part of the language and is used to show various linguistic features. It is used to place people, objects and animals in space and time. Pointing also helps to clarify who is being referred to in a conversation. Most beginners avoid pointing because we are taught …
Fingerspelling alphabet charts
Fingerspelling is a method for representing letters of the alphabet and numbers on the hands. It is referred to in BSL as the manual alphabet. It represents the written form of English. It is used to spell a person’s name, a place or can be used as a sign e.g. the sign for ‘mother’ in …
BSL Signs for Colours across the UK
What are the BSL signs for colours across the UK? You may be aware that there are regional variations in the signs for colours. You will need to know some of the regional variations as you become fluent in BSL. We have provided a guide below to show you some of the variations. Why not …
How to say “My name is” in sign language (UK)
Learning to sign ‘my name is’ in British Sign language (BSL) is a quick and easy activity that anyone can do. It is also one of the most important activities you do when learning BSL because we all need to be able to introduce ourselves when meeting others. Learning how to introduce yourself is not …
Why is Eye gaze so important in BSL?
Eye gaze in BSL (British Sign Language) is important because it serves a range of functions within the language itself as well as confirming that you have someone’s attention. Gaze is slightly different from eye contact as it involves taking all non verbal cues and linguistic cues. Check out post below for a deeper explanation: …
5 BSL videos to support your receptive skills
No need to trawl the internet for receptive skills videos! We found 5 BSL Level 2 receptive skills videos to help you with learning BSL. All the answers to the questions are at the bottom of the page. No cheating! Try to watch the video, then scroll down to get the story and the answers …
How do i become a sign language interpreter in the UK?
So you want to become a sign language interpreter! We break down the journey to get to the hallowed status of interpreter and give you an insight into the highs and lows of working in the interpreting profession. What do sign language interpreters actually do? A sign language interpreter transfers meaning from a signed or …
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8 free Sign Language resources list
Looking for free Sign Language resources? Check out our list of recommended websites to help you practise or learn BSL. BSL is incredibly popular right now. We know that finding BSL websites that help you practise what you have learned, (or learn for free) are hard to find. Here is our list of sites that …
