How to sign
More in ASL
More brings the fingertips of two flattened O hands together, tapping once or twice. A classic first baby sign.
- Single sign
- Two hands
- Handshape: Flattened O hands
- In front of chest
- Amounts & Math
How to sign more
- 1
Bring the fingertips and thumb of each hand together.
- 2
Touch the two sets of fingertips to each other.
- 3
Tap twice for 'more.'
Common mistakes
- Clapping the palms. It's the fingertips that meet.
Use it in a sentence
English sentences you can sign with More. In ASL the word order can shift and filler words drop away.
- “One more time”
Questions about “More”
Yes. This clip shows the common ASL sign for more. Like spoken languages, ASL has regional variation, so you may see small differences from signer to signer.
Guide
Basic Phrases
The first phrases you actually use in a signed conversation: introductions, asking for help, saying you are learning, and keeping things polite. Real video for each one.
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