BSL sign
Scissors in BSL
Meaning
A tool for cutting paper, fabric, or the like, made up of two blades joined with a pivot so their edges may be opened and closed.
How to sign it
Extended index and middle fingers of dominant hand open and close while moving forwards slightly (miming scissors cutting).
This illustration is a starting point. To see the movement and expression, watch video and practise with fluent BSL users.
Also covers
- cut
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