1.5.2.2. Facial expressions

In addition to the non-manual headshake [Syntax 1.5.2.1], โ€˜puffed cheeksโ€™ is another non-manual marker of negation used in DGS. This marker is used to negate clauses in contrastive contexts as can be seen in the example below.

 

                                                 pc

             drink variety alcohol

            โ€˜There is a variety of drinks but no alcohol.โ€™