THAT-ONE: The American Sign Language (ASL) sign for "That-one!" or "That!"

 

Also see: "THAT"
 

THAT! (one handed version)

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That one? (question form)

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THAT-ONE (specifically)




THAT-ONE (the one way over there)

 



THAT'S TERRIBLE:

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Notes: 

Question:
Regarding the lesson: An Interview with Cäsar Jacobson (09) "Find Out" series:
A student asks: At 34:17 is the sign for THAT the same sign as IMPOSSIBLE? Thanks!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=57AUM3sjXks&t=34m17s

Answer:
The handshapes, palm orientation, and location of the 2-handed version of the sign THAT and the sign IMPOSSIBLE are generally the same but the sign "impossible" typically uses a double movement accompanied by a slight negative head shake and a skeptical facial expression (non-manual marker) that indicates you don't believe something can be done.

The 2-handed version of the sign "THAT" tends to only use a single movement. Also often (but not always) the sign tends to use a bit of movement in the wrist. This extra movement is particularly common in the 1-handed version of "THAT-ONE!" -- often accompanied by a head-nod.

 

Also see:

THAT-ONE!

 






 
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