how to sign the word unable

The ASL sign for "Unable": use your dominant hand to make a fist and place it on your chest, then twist your wrist outward while keeping your fist closed. Quick step-by-step guide for ASL learners and parents.

To sign “unable,” use your dominant hand to make a fist and place it on your chest, then twist your wrist outward while keeping your fist closed. This signifies the concept of “not able” or “incapable.”