Category ASL Sign Dictionary

To sign the word “increased,” use the sign for “more” and move your dominant hand upward and slightly forward while keeping your non-dominant hand stationary.

To sign the word “agents”, use the ASL sign for “agent” twice with both hands, making a motion as if you are writing the letter “A” in the air.

To sign the word “subjects,” use the American Sign Language (ASL) sign for “topic” or “theme” followed by the plural sign.

To sign the word “block”, make a fist with your dominant hand and hold it in front of your body. Then, use your non-dominant hand to place on top of your fist, as if you are “blocking” something. This sign…

To sign the word “manual,” place your non-dominant hand flat, palm up, then use your dominant hand to mimic turning a page with your index finger and thumb.

To sign the word “Martin,” use both hands to form the letter “M” at chest level, then move both hands down and out to the sides to form the letter “A.” Finally, bring both hands together in front of your…

To sign the word ISBN, use your non-dominant hand to form the letter “I” and place it on your dominant hand, which should be in a flat, horizontal position. Then, use your dominant hand to form the letters “S,” “B,”…

To sign the word “teachers,” use both hands in a flat, palm-down position with your index and middle fingers pointing out. Tap the tips of these fingers together twice.

To sign the word “variety,” use your dominant hand to make a V-shape with your index and middle fingers, facing upward. Then, rotate your wrist a few times while keeping your fingers together. This represents the concept of different options…

To sign the word “host,” use your dominant hand to make a fist and extend your index finger. Touch the tip of your index finger to your chin, then move your hand forward slightly, as if presenting something.