handshape

hand·shape

H h

Transcription

- US Pronunciation
- US IPA
- [hand-sheyp]
- /ˈhændˌʃeɪp/

- US Pronunciation
- US IPA
- [hand-sheyp]
- /ˈhændˌʃeɪp/

Definitions of handshape word

noun handshape (in sign language) the held position of the hand and fingers in producing a particular sign. 1
noun handshape (sign language) the held position of the hand and fingers in producing a particular sign. 0

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Parts of speech for Handshape

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adjective

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adverb

pronoun

preposition

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exclamation

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handshape popularity

A pretty common term. Usually people know it’s meaning, but prefer to use a more spread out synonym. About 65% of English native speakers know the meaning and use word.

According to our data about 70% of words is more used. This is a rare but used term. It occurs in the pages of specialized literature and in the speech of educated people.

handshape usage trend in Literature

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