Quick ASL sign explanations for thousands of everyday words. Each entry shows the handshape, motion, and meaning.
To sign the word administrator, use the ASL sign for “A” and then the sign for “D.” Next, use both hands to make a circular motion around your head to represent a crown or authority. Finally, finish by signing “ER”…
To sign the word “singles,” use your dominant hand to make a fist with your thumb resting on top of your middle finger. Extend your index finger and touch it to your chin, then bring it down to touch your…
The word “helps” can be signed by making a hand shape with the dominant hand, placing it on the opposite palm and then moving it up and down in a small circular motion.
To sign the word “removed,” use both hands to make a fist with your index finger pointing out. Place your dominant hand above and in front of your non-dominant hand, and swipe it down and away, as if you are…
To sign the word forecast in American Sign Language, use the ASL letter F handshape and rotate it in a circular motion in front of your face.
To sign the word “oz,” use the ASL sign for the letter “o” and the fingerspelling for the letter “z.”
To sign the word “row,” use your dominant hand to make a flat handshape, palm facing down. Then, move your hand in a straight line from side to side, mimicking the action of rowing a boat.
To sign the word reviewed, you would use the ASL sign for “review” by making a circular motion with your dominant hand over your other hand, which is in a flat palm position.
To sign the word “bars,” use both hands to make a flat shape with your fingers. Starting at one end, move your hands forward in a straight line, as if you were drawing a bar in the air. Repeat this…
To sign the word “daniel,” you would use the hand shape for the letter “D” and then move it in a circular motion in front of your chest.