# How to Sign "Planning" in Sign Language

Got a lot on your plate and need to prioritize? Whether you’re planning a wedding or planning a group project, this sign is useful for you to know to slow the ropes and communicate that you need to actually scope things out.

## Signing “Planning”  
1. Hand Shape: Shape both hands in a "5" handshape, with all fingers extended and touching.  
2. Sign Location: Position your hands about mid-torso in front of your body.  
3. Movement: Move your "5" handshapes to the right with a slight circular motion, as if you're going through phases of a plan.  
4. Facial Expression: Depending on the context, you can wear a focused and thoughtful facial expression, reflecting the process of careful planning. Often, it’s just signed neutrally.

## Note

Signing "planning" involves a strategic motion that mimics mapping out a plan, making it both fun and visually descriptive.

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