proper grammar
Rhonda Hallman
Member
12/10/2025
5 Comments
I would really like to learn grammar and sentence structure. I know a little but I mainly sign English word for word.
Discussion (5)
Royal
12/10/2025
same. it’s hard because I don’t have anyone to practice with.
Asl Rocks 🎹🧶
12/10/2025
So I had to look this up I hope it helps American Sign Language does not follow English grammar. Its default structure is: Topic → Comment Core patterns you will see most: 1. Topic–Verb–Object (TVO) 2. Topic–Comment 3. Subject–Verb–Object (SVO) Used sometimes, but less than English. Key grammar elements: 1. Topic first Raise brows slightly on the topic. Example: “BOOK, I READ.” 2. Time comes first “YESTERDAY, STORE I GO.” 3. Wh-questions at the end “YOU GO WHERE?” 4. Yes/No questions have raised brows “YOU FINISH HOMEWORK?” 5. No linking words (is, am, are) “MY SISTER HAPPY.” 6. Directional verbs show subject/object “I-GIVE-YOU” → the motion shows who gives what.
Libia Medina
12/12/2025
thank you this is great information
Leah
12/21/2025
wow thanks for this!
Aiscream
12/14/2025
watch the hand-trust me
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