The sign for “Hope”

[Daron McNutt]

Transcript: So, in the past I’ve seen a couple different versions of the sign HOPE.  (I show both) I use the first one, but I’ve been noticing more and more people using the second variation.  So now I’m curious, is the difference regional? Or a definition difference?  Or maybe the second is just a new version?  I dont know but let me know your thoughts! Thanks!

[Rolando Lucero Villalobos]

*Also, I could of used the same facial expression for both signs. Again, it's just my opinion, so I put more emphasis on the second version because I think it has more meaning to it. (Facial expressions are important!)

[Deatei]

I'm not sure if this is correct, but I use the first version for the noun (ex. there's hope for the future) and the second version for the verb (ex. I hope you have a good day). 

[Lysandor]

I use the first version.  The second version looks like it might actually come from hearing people.  It's a thing we do when we're hoping for something.  Usually accompanied with someone saying something like, "Fingers crossed, I hope I get that job."

[Alicja Mencel]

on Jolantas ASL dictionary handspeak  on web  is as second choice to use fingers crossed...what did  you mean first version , did you mean from her advise? first version..

[Alicja Mencel]

O I see ...was watching previous responses and yes now understand what you meant...I wish I can send video...still working on computer how to do it....thanks guys. Alicja.