and are analogous to the articulators, place of articulation, and manner of articulation studied in spoken language linguistics.

Handshape

Handshapes may be grouped into two categories: marked, and unmarked. Unmarked handshapes are easier, more basic shapes, while marked handshapes are more challenging and complex. The following handshapes are the most unmarked handshapes in ASL: closed fist ("S" or "A" hand), flat palm ("B" hand),

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