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 carolina

To sign “Carolina,” use the American Sign Language (ASL) sign for the letter “C” by making a fist with your dominant hand and extending your thumb to the side of your index finger. Then, use the ASL sign for the…

how to sign the word transfer

To sign the word “transfer,” place one hand flat with fingers slightly spread, then place the fingertips of the other hand onto the palm of the first and pull away, mimicking the movement of something being transferred from one place…

how to sign the word impact

To sign the word “impact,” use your dominant hand to make a fist with your thumb resting on your chin. Bring your fist down and tap it lightly on the center of your chest. This sign represents the force or…