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Sign language is a difficult thing to learn for most people. A lot of sign language pictures show some letters from the side to get a better view & understanding of each one. One of the most common mistakes people make when beginning to learn sign language is turning their wrist when trying to show the letter “C” or the letter “O.” Another common mistake beginning sign language learners usually make is confusing the letter “A” and the letter “S.” Though both are back to back on the keyboard, this does not mean they’re the same letter in sign language! While being extremely similar, the letter “A” gesture requires the thumb to be on the side of your fist, while the letter “S” calls for the thumb being folded in front of the wrist. Consistant mistakes in learning sign language also include a few more letters. The letter “D” and letter “F’ get confused almost all the time. While the letter “D” should show three fingers, not including the pointer finger, to be curved inwards siding with the thumb, the letter “F” is the complete opposite. Letters “K” and “P” are also a load of confusion for beginners. They seem to forget that “K” points up, and “P” points down.