Category ASL Sign Dictionary

Quick ASL sign explanations for thousands of everyday words. Each entry shows the handshape, motion, and meaning.

how to sign the word delivered

To sign the word “delivered,” use your dominant hand to make a “D” shape and bring it down from your nose to your non-dominant hand, which is held flat with the palm facing up. Swivel your dominant hand to face…

how to sign the word practical

To sign the word “practical,” use your dominant hand to make a flat hand shape with your palm facing down. Touch your fingertips to your chin, then move your hand away from your face in a short, straight line. This…

how to sign the word agriculture

To sign the word “agriculture,” use your dominant hand to make a fist, then extend your index finger and middle finger to form a “p” shape. Place the fingertips of these two fingers on your chin, slightly tap twice, and…

how to sign the word permanent

To sign the word “permanent,” use your dominant hand to make a flat handshape with your palm facing down. Place the hand on your non-dominant forearm, and then move it forward in a smooth, straight motion. This represents something that…

how to sign the word eat

To sign the word “eat,” bring your dominant hand up to your mouth, with your fingers slightly curled and your palm facing towards your face. Then, move your hand towards your mouth as if bringing food to your mouth and…