How to sign
Now in ASL
Now drops two bent hands (or Y hands) down in front of you, once, firmly.
- Single sign
- Two hands
- Handshape: Bent hands or Y hands, palms up
- In front of waist
- Time of Day
How to sign now
- 1
Hold both hands in front of you, palms up.
- 2
Drop them down a few inches, once, with a small stop.
- 3
Doubled, it becomes TODAY.
Common mistakes
- Bouncing it twice, which reads as TODAY.
Questions about “Now”
Yes. This clip shows the common ASL sign for now. 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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