Multi-channel signs in BSL are signs that require more than just hand movements. The lip pattern in a multi-channel sign isn't the English word mouthed, instead there is a specific lip pattern associated with the meaning. These signs convey more information than a single spoken word could. Such signs are unique to sign languages and one of the reasons why we love British Sign Language!
In BSL, non-manual features involve parts of your body giving extra information that isn't your hands, e.g. head/body movements, facial expressions and lip patterns. Non-manual features are an integral part of multi-channel signs.
The term "multi-channel sign" is one that helps students, but it's important to be aware that in reality many signs in BSL use non-manual features and rely on more than just your hands to communicate. Therefore some people prefer to use other terms such as "parallel hand/mouth movements" to describe these signs.
Typically students learn multi-channel signs on intermediate and advanced courses. You may therefore find these challenging, however using multi-channel signs is a great way to advance your BSL skill level.
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