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 buying

To sign the word “buying,” use your dominant hand to make a fist with your thumb resting on top of your curled fingers. Then, place your fist in front of your chest and move it in a circular motion towards…

how to sign the word behind

To sign the word “behind,” place one hand in front of your body with palm facing inward and fingers pointing up. Then, bring your other hand behind the first hand and touch the tips of your fingers to the back…

how to sign the word int

To sign the word “int”, make a closed fist with your dominant hand and extend your index finger. Touch the tip of your index finger to the center of your non-dominant palm. This represents the letter “i”. Next, make a…

how to sign the word longer

To sign the word “longer,” make a fist with your dominant hand and extend your index finger upwards. Then, place your non-dominant hand horizontally in front of you, palm facing up. Touch the tip of your index finger to the…

how to sign the word vehicle

To sign the word “vehicle,” use your dominant hand to make a flat palm facing down. Then, use your other hand to form a letter “v” with your index and middle finger, and place it on top of your palm.…