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 netherlands

To sign the word “netherlands,” use your dominant hand to make a “V” shape with your index and middle fingers, and touch them to your forehead. Then, move your hand forward slightly while keeping the “V” shape.

how to sign the word gb

To sign the word “gb,” use a combination of the handshapes for the letters G and B, with the dominant hand starting at the chin and moving outwards in a smooth motion.

how to sign the word filed

To sign the word “filed”, form the letter “F” with one hand and place it on top of the palm of your other hand, which is facing upward. Then, slide the F hand across the palm of the other hand…

how to sign the word speaker

To sign the word “speaker,” use your dominant hand to make a fist with your thumb pointing up. Then, place your hand near your mouth and move it forward and slightly upward in a small arc, as if you are…

how to sign the word null

To sign the word “null,” use your dominant hand to make a flat, open palm. Then, with your non-dominant hand, make a fist and place it on top of your dominant palm. Finally, move both hands downward and away from…