Category ASL Sign Dictionary

To sign the word “traffic,” use both hands to make a “T” shape with your index fingers pointed upwards, then move them back and forth horizontally in front of your body.

XML stands for Extensible Markup Language and it is typically signed by using angle brackets () to enclose the tags and data within them.

To sign the word “told,” use your dominant hand to make a flat hand shape, palm facing down. Then, bring your hand to your mouth and touch your lips with your fingertips twice. This mimics the motion of speaking.

To sign the word “considered,” begin by forming a C shape with your dominant hand. Place your index finger on your chin and move your hand downward, ending with all fingers pointed downward. This represents the act of thinking or…

To sign the word “authority,” use your dominant hand to make a flat hand shape with your palm facing down. Place the hand in front of your chest and move it outward in a sweeping motion, ending with your hand…

To sign the word mother, make a fist with your dominant hand and tap it on your chin twice.

To sign “trying,” use your dominant hand to make a fist with your thumb pointing up. Then, extend your index finger and draw a small circle on your chest. This represents the act of trying or attempting something.

To sign the word “max,” make a fist with your dominant hand and extend your index finger and thumb, while tucking your other fingers into your palm. Place the tip of your index finger on your opposite hand’s palm and…

To sign word searches, use the American Sign Language (ASL) alphabet to fingerspell each letter of the word or phrase being searched for.

To sign the word “catalog,” use the ASL sign for “book” by placing your hands together in a closed shape, palms facing towards each other, and flipping them open to reveal an imaginary book. Then, add the sign for “list”…