Hand clasping is the superposition of each finger of one hand over the corresponding finger of the opposite hand. When clasping the hands, a person tends to interlace the fingers in one of two ways.

What is the meaning of clasping hands?

1. clasp - hold firmly and tightly. grasp, hold on - hold firmly. hug, bosom, embrace, squeeze - squeeze (someone) tightly in your arms, usually with fondness; "Hug me, please"; "They embraced"; "He hugged her close to him" unclasp - release from a clasp; "She clasped and unclasped her hands"

Why do people hold their hands together?

Hands can hold both individually or together (giving an exaggerated effect). Cupped hands can symbolize delicacy or hold a fragile idea. They may also be used for giving. Gripping can show possessiveness, ownership and desire (the tighter the fist, the stronger the feeling).