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Russian manual alphabet

Hey kiddo, have you ever wanted to talk to people who can’t hear? Or maybe you want to show someone a word, but you don’t want to say it out loud? Well, you’re in luck because today we’re going to learn about the Russian Manual Alphabet.

The Russian Manual Alphabet is a way to communicate using your hands. It’s like a secret code that only some people know how to use. It’s called a manual alphabet because “manual” means “using your hands” and “alphabet” is the name for a group of letters.

Okay, let’s get started. First, hold out your hand and put your fingers together like you’re holding an invisible ball. Then, touch your thumb to your pointer finger. That’s the letter “A” in the Russian Manual Alphabet. Cool, huh?

Now, let’s move on to the letter “B.” Keep your fingers together and touch your thumb to your middle finger. That’s the letter “B.”

The letter “C” is easy. Just curl your fingers into a little fist with your thumb on the outside.

We’re not done yet! There are 29 letters in the Russian Manual Alphabet. Some of them are a bit tricky, but with practice, you’ll be able to spell any word you want.

So kiddo, now you know all about the Russian Manual Alphabet. It’s a fun way to communicate with people who can’t hear or to show someone a word without speaking out loud. Remember, practice makes perfect.