BSL sign
Ribs in BSL
Meaning
The curved bones of the chest that protect the heart and lungs.
How to sign it
Extended index finger and thumb on both hands make horizontal outward movement across top of chest.
Repeat twice; progressively lower down chest (outlining ribs).
This illustration is a starting point. To see the movement and expression, watch video and practise with fluent BSL users.
Also covers
- bone
- bones
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