Category ASL Sign Dictionary

To sign the word “messenger,” use the American Sign Language (ASL) sign for “message” and then add the agentive suffix “-er.”

To sign the word ‘lodge’, make the ASL letter L with your dominant hand and place it on your non-dominant hand, which is in a flat palm-down position. Then move your dominant hand forward and back slightly, as if knocking…

To sign “watching,” use both hands in the shape of the letter C with your palms facing you, and make small circles near your eyes.

To sign the word “planned,” make a fist with your dominant hand and move it in a circular motion on top of your other palm.

Sign the word “perspective” by making a “P” shape with your dominant hand and placing it on your forehead, then twist your wrist to end with a flat palm facing forward. This sign represents the concept of seeing things from…

To sign the word “eating,” make a fist with your dominant hand and place it near your mouth. Move your hand towards your mouth twice, as if bringing food to your mouth and taking a bite.

To sign the word “ha,” form a loose fist with one hand and place it near your chin. Then, quickly move your hand away from your face while opening your fingers slightly to create a “h” shape.

To sign the word “outstanding,” use the American Sign Language (ASL) sign for “excellent” or “great,” which is made by holding up your dominant hand with all fingers and thumb extended, then tapping your index finger against your chin.

To sign the word “psp,” make a “p” handshape and move it in a circular motion in front of your chest twice.

To sign the word “slot,” make a fist with your dominant hand and extend your index finger in a horizontal position. Then, use your other hand to mimic inserting a coin or object into the slot formed by your index…