How to sign
Never Mind in ASL
Never mind is a brush-off: an open hand flicks outward from the chin or chest, with a dismissive face.
- Single sign
- One hand
- Handshape: Open hand
- Chin or chest, moving out
- Quick Replies
How to sign never mind
- 1
Start with an open hand near your chin or chest.
- 2
Flick it outward and away in a small, quick motion.
- 3
Shake your head slightly and relax your face.
Common mistakes
- Making it big. A small, light flick is the natural version.
Use it in a sentence
English sentences you can sign with Never Mind. In ASL the word order can shift and filler words drop away.
- “Never Mind, I'm fine.”
Questions about “Never Mind”
Yes. This clip shows the common ASL sign for never mind. 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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