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How do you sign snoring in language?

There isn't a single universally recognized sign for "snoring" in American Sign Language (ASL). However, there are a couple of ways to convey the concept:

1. Mimic the sound:

* Make a "snoring" sound with your mouth while making a sleeping gesture (placing your head on your hand or arm).

* This method is intuitive and can be understood easily.

2. Use a combination of signs:

* SLEEP + NOISE: Sign "sleep" (placing your head on your hand) and then "noise" (making a sound with your mouth or hands).

* BREATH + LOUD: Sign "breath" (mimicking the act of breathing) and then "loud" (using a big hand gesture to indicate loudness).

3. Use contextual clues:

* If you are discussing sleep or sleep disorders, the context may make it clear that you are referring to snoring.

* You can point to a person sleeping and use facial expressions to indicate they are snoring.

Remember: The best way to sign "snoring" will depend on the specific context and your audience.

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