How to sign
Wow in ASL
Wow is an open hand shaking loosely at the wrist in front of you, with a wide-eyed face. The face does most of the work.
- Single sign
- One hand
- Handshape: Open hand, relaxed
- In front of the body
- Quick Replies
How to sign wow
- 1
Hold a relaxed open hand in front of you, palm facing in.
- 2
Shake it loosely at the wrist a few times.
- 3
Open your eyes wide and let your mouth form 'wow.'
Common mistakes
- Stiff fingers. The hand is floppy, not a flat B.
Use it in a sentence
English sentences you can sign with Wow. In ASL the word order can shift and filler words drop away.
- “Wow, that's amazing!”
Questions about “Wow”
Yes. This clip shows the common ASL sign for wow. 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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