ASL Signs Gone WRONG | Avoid Making These Mistakes!

PARENTAL WARNING: Some of the signs taught in this video are inappropriate for children. Therefore we advise parents of children to watch this video first to decide if they want their child to learn these signs. As Sarah states in the video, "this video is not meant to offend you, but to help you not offend others." Or embarrass you! All content is appropriate for all ages before the 4:15 timestamp. Learn with Sarah! 👉 Through Courses with Accelerated: https://learnhowtosign.com/accelerate... 👉 With private tutoring: https://learnhowtosign.com/tutoring Overview: Hey Signers! Learn how to avoid common ASL mistakes that can lead to unintentional, and sometimes hilarious, miscommunication. From innocent slip-ups to signs with unintended meanings, this video will help you sign smarter and more confidently. 🤟 Homeschool Curriculum: https://learnhowtosign.com/homeschool/ 🚀 LHTS Accelerated (Membership): https://learnhowtosign.com/accelerate... 💰 Accelerated 20% Off Discount Code: youtube20 🤟 Follow us on Social Media: https://learnhowtosign.com/follow Summary: Sarah, explores common ASL mistakes that can lead to unintended and sometimes embarrassing miscommunication. With a mix of humor and practical advice, Sarah demonstrates how subtle differences in handshape, movement, and expression can drastically change the meaning of a sign. From confusing "HUNGRY" with *cough, something else, to mistakenly signing "nice to date you" instead of "nice to meet you," the video emphasizes the importance of precision in signing. Sarah also shares real-life anecdotes, such as a humorous misunderstanding involving her husband and a well-meaning counselor, to highlight how easily these errors can happen. The video transitions from innocent errors to more sensitive mistakes, that some may view as inappropriate for children. Sarah stresses the importance of proper hand positioning and movement to ensure clear and respectful communication. By breaking down these errors and offering correct examples, she equips viewers with the knowledge to avoid these pitfalls. More From LHTS ✅ FREE RESOURCE | 10 DAY ASL JUMPSTART: https://learnhowtosign.com/newsletter ✅ SOCIAL MEDIA | Follow us on FB, IG & TT: https://learnhowtosign.com/follow ✅ MEMBERSHIP | 🚀 LHTS ACCELERATED: https://learnhowtosign.com/accelerate... ✅ LIVE ASL COURSES | 🤟 LHTS INTENSIVES: https://learnhowtosign.com/intensives ✅ ON-DEMAND ASL COURSES: https://learnhowtosign.com/courses/ ✅ WEBSITE: https://LearnHowToSign.com ✅ SKILLSHARE COURSES: https://skl.sh/3lTNbY2 ✅ LHTS MERCH: https://learnhowtosign.com/store NAVIGATION 0:00 - Intro 0:09 - DISCLAIMER: Parental Advisory 1:12 - Confusing similar signs 1:17 - SCHOOL, PAPER, CLEAN, NICE 2:25 - I've seen my students do this 2:48 - MEET vs DATE 3:04 - Funny Story: Counselor’s Signing Slip-Up 4:15 - DISCLAIMER: More inappropriate Signs start here 4:20 - Be careful with the sign MEET 5:05 - Be careful when using the "FEEL-finger" 5:42 - WHAT'S-UP, BACK-OFF 5:47 - SMART, FAVORITE, BIRTHDAY 6:33 - HUNGRY and VERY-HUNGRY and H**** 7:20 - Be careful with the sign MONTH 8:04 - Encouragement #asl #learnasl #learnhowtosign Music Licensing by Soundstripe - https://soundstripe.com Codes: ZADORK1GNM31BWDL Our Mission At Learn How to Sign, our mission is clear: to empower individuals, regardless of their background, with the language of ASL. We believe in opening doors to a world where voice-off communication connects people in meaningful ways. Whether you’re Deaf or hard of hearing and need to learn ASL, a parent striving to bond with your Deaf child, someone passionate about learning ASL, or simply curious about this beautiful language, we are here to support your journey. Our goal is to make ASL accessible to all, offering tools, guidance, and resources that inspire confidence and fluency. Picture yourself communicating effortlessly with the Deaf community, using your hands to share emotions, ideas, and stories. As the go-to online ASL education hub, we provide a transformative learning experience that removes barriers and fosters connections. With Learn How to Sign, you become part of a community dedicated to breaking boundaries and building bridges through the power of ASL. Ultimately, we want to help you unlock what American Sign Language can do for you and those around you. Ultimately, we want you to Learn How to Sign!