French Sign Language (LSF) Visual Language Guide
Open Palm Chin Stroke
Visual & Spatial Language French Sign Language (LSF) expresses greetings through non-manual facial markers, handshape movements, and spatial placement rather than vocal sound.
The Philosophy of Care
Présence Visuelle (Unbroken mutual visual respect)
Connection occurs through intentional shared gaze and open visual engagement
Visual Sign Production
Stroke the fingertips of an open hand lightly down the chin moving forward toward the other person
Geographic Footprint & Etiquette
Used across France & Francophone World.
French Sign Language is the historical ancestor of ASL and many global sign systems