Lesson 7: How To Write "S" and "Z" In Gregg Shorthand
Unlocking the "S" Curves
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To start, let’s drill some of those Brief Forms you learned last time. Review the following:
The Two “S” forms and “Z”
You may have noticed on the alphabet sheet that two forms of “S” are provided. This is done to allow for smoother and more natural joins between strokes. You might also have seen that there’s no character for “Z”—and that’s intentional. In most cases, “Z” can be written as an “S” without causing confusion, so a separate symbol isn’t necessary.
Examples of Left-Motion “S”
Translate the following:
Examples of Right-Motion “S”
Translate the following:
Homework:
Translate all the above examples and the following:
Shipping Goods:
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