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 minnesota

To sign “Minnesota,” make the letter “M” with both hands and touch your left thumb to your right palm, then touch your right thumb to your left palm. Finish by signing the letter “N” with one hand and touching it…

how to sign the word des

To sign the word “des,” use your dominant hand to make a flat handshape with your fingers slightly spread apart. Then, starting at your chin, move your hand downward in a short, quick motion. This sign represents the English word…

how to sign the word eu

To sign the word “eu,” begin by making a fist with your dominant hand and extending your thumb and index finger, creating the letter “E” shape. Next, touch your index finger to your chin, then lift it up and touch…

how to sign the word failure

To sign the word “failure,” form the letter “F” with your dominant hand and touch it to your non-dominant hand which is in a fist shape. Then, move your dominant hand downward while keeping it in the “F” shape.