How to sign
M in ASL
The letter M tucks three fingers over the thumb. Three fingers for M, two for N.
- Single sign
- One hand
- Handshape: M hand
- Shoulder height, palm out
- Alphabet
How to sign m
- 1
Tuck your thumb into your palm.
- 2
Fold the index, middle, and ring fingers down over it.
- 3
Pinky stays folded against the palm.
Common mistakes
- Folding only two fingers. That's N. Count the humps: M has three.
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Questions about “M”
M covers the thumb with three fingers; N with two. Think of the number of humps in the printed letter.
Guide
ASL Alphabet
Learn all 26 letters of the American Sign Language alphabet with real video for every handshape, the letters beginners mix up, and how to fingerspell your name smoothly.
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