Marriage

The sign for "marriage" is made by clasping both hands comfortably together.  For right-handed people the right hand should be on top of the left hand.

WIFE:

Okay, let me show you a "compound" way to sign "WIFE."  Instead of signing "GIRL + MARRIAGE" I simply bring a modified "C" handshape down from my chin. I consider this to be a better way to sign WIFE because it is more efficient.  The sign for HUSBAND also can be "compounded" and uses a modified "C" as the starting and ending handshape. 

WIFE:

 

Tip: think of a couple joining hands at their wedding.