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How do you say going in sign language?

You can't directly sign "going" in American Sign Language (ASL). Instead, you'll need to sign the direction of movement and the context to convey the meaning of "going."

Here's how you can sign "going" in different contexts:

1. Going somewhere:

* Sign the direction: For example, if you're going "to the store," you'd sign "store" and then point in the direction of the store.

* Sign "walk" or "drive": If you're going somewhere on foot, sign "walk." If you're driving, sign "drive."

* Sign "go": The sign for "go" can also be used, but it might be more appropriate to sign the direction or the method of transportation.

2. Going to do something:

* Sign the action: For example, if you're going to eat, you'd sign "eat." If you're going to work, you'd sign "work."

* Combine the sign with "go": You could sign "go" and then the action, such as "go eat" or "go work."

3. Going to a specific place:

* Sign the place: Sign the name of the place you are going to.

* Sign "go" or "walk" and then the place: This is a common way to sign going somewhere specific. For example, "go school" or "walk park."

Remember: Sign language is highly contextual, so the best way to convey "going" depends on the specific situation. Practice with different contexts and learn the signs for common destinations and actions to communicate effectively.

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