1. Greeting:
* "Hello" (👋): You would start with a simple wave, similar to the English greeting.
* "Hi" (👋): This is another common greeting.
* "Good morning/afternoon/evening" (☀️/🕛/🌙): You would use the appropriate sign depending on the time of day.
2. "My Name Is"
* "My" (🙋♀️): You would point to yourself with your dominant hand, then make a small "y" shape with your fingers, touching your chest.
* "Name" (✍️): You would sign "name" by tracing a letter "N" on your palm.
* "Is" (👉): You would point your index finger forward.
3. "Janet"
* "J" (🖐️): You would sign "J" by making a fist with your dominant hand, pointing your thumb out, and then extending just your index finger.
* "A" (🖐️): You would sign "A" by making a flat hand, palm facing outward, and then tilting it slightly down and forward.
* "N" (✍️): You would sign "N" by tracing a letter "N" on your palm.
* "E" (🖐️): You would sign "E" by extending your index finger and middle finger, keeping the other fingers closed.
* "T" (🖐️): You would sign "T" by extending your thumb and pinky finger, keeping the other fingers closed.
Putting it all together:
* "Hello, my name is Janet." You would combine the signs for "hello" and "my name is" followed by spelling out "Janet." It's important to make eye contact and smile when you're signing your name.
Important Notes:
* Sign language is a visual language, so it's important to use the correct handshapes and facial expressions.
* Remember that there are regional variations in sign language, so the signs may differ slightly in different areas.
* Practice with a native signer or find online resources to help you learn more about American Sign Language.
Let me know if you have any other questions about signing!