How to sign
Who in ASL
Who is a bent index finger at the chin, often wiggling, with lowered eyebrows and the lips in a small 'oo.'
- Single sign
- One hand
- Handshape: Bent index finger (X hand)
- Chin
- Question Words
How to sign who
- 1
Bend your index finger and hold it just in front of your chin, or touching it.
- 2
Wiggle it or circle it slightly.
- 3
Eyebrows down and lips pursed in a small 'oo' shape.
Common mistakes
- Holding the finger straight. It's bent at the knuckle.
Use it in a sentence
English sentences you can sign with Who. In ASL the word order can shift and filler words drop away.
- “Who told you that?”
Questions about “Who”
Yes. This clip shows the common ASL sign for who. Like spoken languages, ASL has regional variation, so you may see small differences from signer to signer.
Guide
Question Words
The six WH-question signs, where they go in an ASL sentence, and the eyebrow rule that makes a question a question. Video for each sign and full question phrases.
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