ASL does not use "at" like English ("I eat lunch at 12:30"). Instead, time signs typically come in the sentence, acting as the topic. Here is the formula:
If you are learning American Sign Language (ASL) using the Signing Naturally curriculum, you know that each unit builds essential conversational skills. One of the most practical—and often challenging—exercises appears in , commonly referred to as "Fill in the Time."
In 9.3, you’ll often combine them: ”Class starts at 9 a.m. and lasts 3 hours.” Sign:
Mastering “fill in the time” prepares you for:
Times like 9:45 require quick number production. Practice numbers 1–60 frequently. Use your palm facing outward for cardinal numbers (the hour), and for minutes 1–9, you may use a slight twist of the wrist.