Category ASL Sign Dictionary

Looking up an ASL sign? This dictionary covers thousands of everyday English words – from common nouns to action verbs – with the handshape, motion, and meaning for each. Use it as a quick reference for parents teaching baby sign language, students learning American Sign Language, or anyone who needs the ASL sign for a specific word.

how to sign the word navigation

The ASL sign for "Navigation": make the sign for "N" by touching the tip of your index finger to the tip of your thumb and extending your other three fingers. Quick step-by-step guide for ASL learners and parents.

how to sign the word secure

The ASL sign for "Secure": use the American Sign Language (ASL) finger spelling technique by forming the letters S-E-C-U-R-E with your dominant hand. Quick step-by-step guide for ASL learners and parents.

how to sign the word pa

The ASL sign for "Pa": make a fist with your dominant hand, then extend your thumb and pinky finger while keeping your other fingers curled in. Quick step-by-step guide for ASL learners and parents.

how to sign the word population

The ASL sign for "Population": use the ASL sign for "people" (both hands in "8" handshape, circling in front of chest) followed by the sign for "group" (both hands in "S" handshape, moving away from each other). Quick step-by-step guide for ASL learners and parents.

how to sign the word mexico

The ASL sign for "Mexico": use the letter "M" handshape to represent the letter "M" and then move your hand in a horizontal line from left to right. Quick step-by-step guide for ASL learners and parents.

how to sign the word sources

The ASL sign for "Sources": you would use your dominant hand to make a fist with your index finger pointing up, then tap it twice on your opposite flat palm. Quick step-by-step guide for ASL learners and parents.

how to sign the word animal

Hold your dominant hand up with your fingers together and your palm facing towards you. Then, use your index finger to draw a small circle on your cheek, representing the shape of an animal’s nose. Related ASL Signs how to…

how to sign the word feed

The ASL sign for "Feed": make a fist with your dominant hand and extend your index finger, tapping it twice on the opposite palm. Quick step-by-step guide for ASL learners and parents.