"w" and "6"

nastia

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2/25/2026

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does "6" and "w" look the same or what's the difference between them?

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Mackaronni

2/26/2026

W and 6 are the exact same sign. You have to figure based off the context of the sentence whether it’s W or 6. For example if I’m signing my phone number you know I’m signing the 6 but if I was spelling out my name you’ll know it’s a W. This is the first example you’ll learn of different words that share the same sign and have to figure it out based off how it’s used in conversation.

nastia

2/26/2026

oh thank u so much

Jenmar

2/27/2026

the pinkie finger and thumb are flat on a 6. and bent on a w. I hope this helps. Happy fingerspelling. 🙂

nastia

2/27/2026

yes, thank u so much

Jenmar

2/27/2026

also double tap the 6.

🌺Adalyn🌺Grace🌺

3/2/2026

they do look so similar! now that I thought about it

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